Mixtures and compositions comprising 5-fluoro-4-imino-3-methyl-1-tosyl-3,4-dihydropyrimidin-2-one, and methods of use thereof

ABSTRACT

The present invention provides stable, liquid compositions comprising (a) a fungicidally effective amount of a compound of Formula I and (b) a liquid carrier. The present invention also provides mixtures and compositions comprising (a) a fungicidally effective amount of a compound of Formula I and (b) at least one adjuvant selected from the group consisting of: (i) polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether: (ii) siloxane polyalkyleneoxide copolymer; (iii) esters of fatty acid; (iv) vinylpyrrolidones and derivatives thereof; and (v) sugar-based surfactants. The present invention also provides methods of use of the mixtures and compositions disclosed herein and processes of preparing the mixtures and compositions disclosed herein.

This application claims benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No.62/755,866, filed Nov. 5, 2018, the entire content of which is herebyincorporated by reference herein.

Throughout this application various publications are referenced. Thedisclosures of these documents in their entireties are herebyincorporated by reference into this application in order to more fullydescribe the state of the art to which this invention pertains.

BACKGROUND

Fungicides are compounds, of natural or synthetic origin, which act toprotect plants against damage caused by fungi. Current methods ofagriculture rely heavily on the use of fungicides. In fact, some cropscannot be grown usefully without the use of fungicides. Using fungicidesallows a grower to increase the yield and the quality of the crop, andconsequently, increase the value of the crop. In most situations, theincrease in value of the crop is worth at least three times the cost ofthe use of the fungicide.

5-fluoro-4-imino-3-methyl-1-tosyl-3,4-dihydropyrimidin-2(1H)-one(compound of Formula I) is a fungicide which provides control of avariety of pathogens affecting economically important crops including,but not limited to, the causal agent of leaf blotch in wheat,Zymoseptoria tritici, (SEPTTR) and diseases caused by fungi of theclasses Ascomycetes and Basidiomycetes.

Uses of N3-substituted-N1-sulfonyl-5-fluoropyrimidinone derivatives asfungicides were described in U.S. Pat. No. 8,263,603, issued Sep. 11,2012, the content of which is incorporated herein by reference in itsentirety. Methods of preparation of5-fluoro-4-imino-3-methyl-1-tosyl-3,4-dihydropyrimidin-2(1H)-one weredescribed in U.S. Pat. No. 9,850,215, issued Dec. 26, 2017 and U.S. Pat.No. 9,840,476, issued Dec. 12, 2017, the contents of each of which areincorporated herein by reference in their entirety.

U.S. Pat. No. 8,263,603 also described fungicidal compositions for thecontrol or prevention of fungal attack comprisingN3-substituted-N1-sulfonyl-5-fluoropyrimidinone derivatives and aphytologically acceptable carrier material, and methods of use thereof.

Fungicidal compositions are frequently applied under various conditionsand/or with other additives such as adjuvant and fertilizer. Therefore,fungicidal compositions must exhibit excellent chemical stability and ahigh level of physical stability during the preparation, storage andapplication process.

Often in agriculture, the compositions are diluted with water prior touse. Liquid compositions are much easier to dilute and disperse inwater.

There is currently no stable liquid composition available in the art for5-fluoro-4-imino-3-methyl-1-tosyl-3,4-dihydropyrimidin-2(1H)-one. Inview of the exceptional efficacy of5-fluoro-4-imino-3-methyl-1-tosyl-3,4-dihydropyrimidin-2(1H)-one incontrolling and/or preventing fungal attack on a plant, there is asignificant need in the art for a stable liquid composition comprising5-fluoro-4-imino-3-methyl-1-tosyl-3,4-dihydropyrimidin-2(1H)-one.

Sometimes, the biological activity and efficacy of the fungicide islimited for various reasons such as rapid drifting, limited penetrationinto leaves and high surface tension/low spreading. The efficacy of theactive compound can be influenced and enhanced by adding adjuvant(s).

Adjuvants are inert chemicals which are added for increasing performanceof the active ingredient and composition thereof. Adjuvants affect thecondition for absorption of the active ingredient and the deliveryproperties thereof which leads to increased efficacy and enhancedactivity of the active ingredient. For example, an adjuvant can enhancethe efficacy of active ingredients; e.g, modifies properties of thespray solution to improve deposition on the leaf of the fungicide.

The use of adjuvant suitable for the active ingredient and compositionthereof often determines whether or not the active ingredient can beused and can act in its full efficacy after application. The adjuvant isrequired to increase the reservoir of “available” material for uptake onthe leaf surface. Such adjuvants are often non-ionic surfactants orvarious types of oil.

U.S. Pat. No. 8,263,603 disclosed that the formulations comprisingN3-substituted-N1-sulfonyl-5-fluoropyrimidinone derivatives describedtherein may additionally contain adjuvant surfactants to enhancedeposition, wetting and penetration of the compounds onto the targetcrop and organism. Improving on U.S. Pat. No. 8,263,603, the inventorsof the subject application found selected adjuvants that areparticularly effective for enhancing the fungicidal efficacy of5-fluoro-4-imino-3-methyl-1-tosyl-3,4-dihydropyrimidin-2(1H)-one.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The present invention provides a stable, liquid composition comprising:

-   -   (a) a fungicidally effective amount of a compound of Formula I:

-   -    and    -   (b) a liquid carrier.

In some embodiments, the solubility of the compound of Formula I in theliquid carrier is less than 5000 ppm. In some embodiments, thesolubility of the compound of Formula I in the liquid carrier is lessthan 1000 ppm. In some embodiments, the composition comprises at leastone stabilizing surfactant. In some embodiments, the pH value of thecomposition in the presence of water is in the range of 5 to 7.5. Insome embodiments, the composition has a water content of less than 0.5%by weight based on the total weight of the composition. In someembodiments, the composition has a viscosity of at least 500 cP (or inmPa·s units). In some embodiments, the composition has a viscosity of500 cP-3000 cP.

The present invention provides a fungicidal mixture comprising:

-   -   (a) a fungicidally effective amount of a compound of Formula I:

-   -    and    -   (b) at least one adjuvant selected from the group consisting of:        -   (i) polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether;        -   (ii) siloxane polyalkyleneoxide copolymer;        -   (iii) esters of fatty acid;        -   (iv) vinylpyrrolidones and derivatives thereof; and        -   (v) sugar-based surfactants.

The present invention also provides a method for the control and/orprevention of fungal pathogen attack on a plant comprising applying anyone of the compositions or mixtures described herein to soil, plant,root, foliage, seed, locus of the fungus, and/or a locus in which theinfestation is to be prevented so as to thereby control and/or preventfungal pathogen attack on a plant.

The present invention also provides a method for the control and/orprevention of plant and/or soil fungal diseases comprising applying anyone of the compositions or mixtures described herein to soil, plant,root, foliage, seed, locus of the fungus, and/or a locus in which theinfestation is to be prevented so as to thereby control and/or preventplant and/or soil fungal diseases.

The present invention also provides a method of controlling and/orpreventing fungal pathogen attack on a plant comprising applying afungicidally effective amount of a compound having Formula (I):

and at least one adjuvant to soil, plant, root, foliage, seed, locus ofthe fungus, and/or a locus in which the infestation is to be preventedso as to thereby control and/or prevent fungal pathogen attack on theplant, wherein the adjuvant is selected from the group consisting of:

-   -   (i) polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether;    -   (ii) siloxane polyalkyleneoxide copolymer;    -   (iii) esters of fatty acid;    -   (iv) vinylpyrrolidones and derivatives thereof; and    -   (v) sugar-based surfactants.

The present invention also provides a method of controlling and/orpreventing plant and/or soil fungal diseases comprising applying afungicidally effective amount of a compound having Formula (I):

and at least one adjuvant to soil, plant, root, foliage, seed, locus ofthe fungus, and/or a locus in which the infestation is to be preventedso as to thereby control and/or prevent plant and/or soil fungaldiseases, wherein the adjuvant is selected from the group consisting of:

-   -   (i) polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether;    -   (ii) siloxane polyalkyleneoxide copolymer;    -   (iii) esters of fatty acid;    -   (iv) vinylpyrrolidones and derivatives thereof: and    -   (v) sugar-based surfactants.

The present invention provides a method for improving biologicalactivity of a compound of Formula I against fungal pathogen, the methodcomprising applying the compound of Formula I:

in presence of at least one adjuvant, wherein the adjuvant is selectedfrom the group consisting of:

-   -   (i) polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether;    -   (ii) siloxane polyalkyleneoxide copolymer;    -   (iii) esters of fatty acid;    -   (iv) vinylpyrrolidones and derivatives thereof; and    -   (v) sugar-based surfactants    -   so as to thereby improve biological activity of the compound of        Formula I.

The present invention also provides a method for increasing stability ofa liquid composition comprising a compound of Formula I:

and a liquid carrier, wherein the method comprises selecting a liquidcarrier wherein the solubility of the compound of Formula I in theliquid carrier is less than 5000 ppm. In some embodiments, thesolubility of compound of Formula I in the liquid carrier is less than1000 ppm.

The present invention also provides a method for increasing stability ofa liquid composition comprising a compound of Formula I:

and a liquid carrier, wherein the method comprises maintaining the pHvalue of the composition in the range of 5 to 7.5.

The present invention also provides use of pH adjuster for increasingthe stability of an aqueous suspension concentrate (SC) compositioncomprising a compound of Formula I:

The present invention also provides use of pH adjuster for increasingthe stability of an aqueous suspoemulsion (SE) composition comprising acompound of Formula I:

The present invention also provides a method for increasing stability ofa non-aqueous liquid composition comprising a compound of Formula I:

and a liquid carrier, wherein the method comprises maintaining the watercontent of the composition to less than 0.5% by weight based on thetotal weight of the composition.

The present invention also provides a method for increasing stability ofa non-aqueous liquid composition comprising a compound of Formula I:

and a liquid carrier, wherein the method comprises maintaining the watercontent of the composition to less than 0.2% by weight based on thetotal weight of the composition.

The present invention also provides a method for increasing stability ofa liquid composition comprising a compound of Formula I:

and a liquid carrier, wherein the method comprises adding (i) at leastone stabilizing surfactant having crystal growth inhibiting property or(ii) a stabilizing system having a crystal growth inhibiting property tothe liquid composition.

The present invention also provides use of at least one stabilizingsurfactant having structure of polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether forcontrolling solubility and/or degradation of compound of Formula I:

The present invention also provides a method for increasing stability ofa liquid composition comprising a compound of Formula I:

and a liquid carrier, wherein the method comprises formulating thecomposition to have a viscosity of at least 500 cP.

The present invention provides a process for preparing the suspensionconcentrate (SC) composition disclosed herein, the process comprises thesteps:

-   -   (1) mixing the agriculturally acceptable inert additives and an        aqueous liquid carrier to obtain a premix;    -   (2) adding the compound of Formula I to the premix obtained in        step (1) to obtain a mixture: and    -   (3) milling the resulting mixture of step (2) to obtain the        desired composition.

In some embodiments, the process comprises adding additional additive tothe mixture of step (2) prior to milling the mixture.

The present invention provides a process for preparing the suspoemulsion(SE) composition disclosed herein, the process comprises the steps:

-   -   (1) mixing the agriculturally acceptable inert additives and an        aqueous liquid carrier to obtain a premix;    -   (2) adding the compound of Formula I and at least one adjuvant        to the premix obtained in step (1) to obtain a mixture; and    -   (3) milling the resulting mixture of step (2) to obtain the        desired composition.

The present invention provides a process for preparing the oildispersion (OD) composition disclosed herein, the process comprises thesteps:

-   -   (1) mixing the agriculturally acceptable inert additives and a        non-aqueous liquid carrier to obtain a premix;    -   (2) adding the compound of Formula I to the premix obtained in        step (1) to obtain a mixture; and    -   (3) milling the resulting mixture of step (2) to obtain the        desired composition.

The present invention provides a process for preparing the emulsifiableconcentrate (EC) composition disclosed herein, the process comprises thesteps:

-   -   (1) mixing the agriculturally acceptable inert additives and a        non-aqueous liquid carrier to obtain a premix;    -   (2) adding the compound of Formula I to the premix obtained in        step (1) to obtain a mixture; and    -   (3) filtering the solution of step (2) to obtain the desired        composition.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1. Effect of Trycol® low (refers to 0.2 L/ha), Trycol® (refers to0.4 L/ha) or Silwett as adjuvant on the activity of compound of FormulaI. Comparison of the Area Under Disease Progress Curve (AUDPC)determined from the intensity of infection measured 21 dpi (days postinfection) of Z, tritici strain Mg Tri-R6 moderately resistant to DMIfungicides and highly resistant to QoI fungicides of wheat plants cv.Alixan untreated or treated with compound of Formula I 450 suspensionconcentrate composition used at 2 rates (0.028 and 0.014 L/ha) alone (noadjuvant) or with adjuvant as tank mix. Values of the same timing ofobservation followed by the same letter are not significantly differentaccording to the Newman and Keuls test (p<0.05).

FIG. 2. Effect of Trycol® low (refers to 0.2 L/ha), Trycol® (refers to0.4 L/ha) or Silwett adjuvant on the activity of compound of Formula I.Comparison of the fungicide efficacy, obtained from AUDPC values, ofcompound of Formula I 450 suspension concentrate composition used at 2rates (0.028 and 0.014 L/ha) alone (no adjuvant) or with an adjuvant(Trycol® low, Trycol® or Silwett®) as used at 1 rate towards Z, triticistrain Mg Tri-R6 moderately resistant to DMI and Highly resistant to QoIfungicides in controlled conditions.

FIG. 3. Effect of combination of two adjuvants. PVP and AGNIQUE BP420 asbuilt-in composition on the activity of compound of Formula I.Comparison of the Area Under Disease Progress Curve (AUDPC) determinedfrom the intensity of infection measured 21 dpi of Z, tritici strain MgTri-R6 moderately resistant to DMI fungicides and highly resistant toQoI fungicides of wheat plants cv. Alixan untreated or treated withcompound of Formula I 450 suspension concentrate composition used atrate of 10 g a.i./ha alone (no adjuvant) or with the adjuvants. Valuesof the same timing of observation followed by the same letter are notsignificantly different according to the Newman and Keuls test (p<0.05).

FIG. 4. Effect of combination of two adjuvants, PVP and AGNIQUE® BP420as built-in composition on the activity of compound of Formula I.Comparison of the fungicide efficacy, obtained from the AUDPC values, ofsuspension concentrate composition, of compound of Formula I at 10 ga.i/ha towards Zymoseptoria tritici strain Mg Tri-R6 moderatelyresistant to DMI and highly resistant to QoI fungicides in controlledconditions.

FIG. 5. Effect of three combinations of adjuvants, combination of PVPand AGNIQUE® BP420, combination of VP/VA and Silwett and combination ofVP/VA and AGNIQUE®) BP420 as built-in compositions (450 suspensionconcentrate composition) on the activity of compound of Formula I.Disease assessment (intensity of infection) on the first leaf of wheatplantlets cv. Alixan untreated or treated with suspension concentratecomposition of compound of Formula I at 10 g a.i./ha 21 days postinoculation with pycnospores of the Zymoseptoria tritici strain MgTri-R6 moderately resistant to DMI and Highly resistant to QoIfungicides in controlled conditions. Values of the same timing ofobservation followed by the same letter are not significantly differentaccording to the Newman and Keuls test (P<0.05).

FIG. 6. Effect of three combinations of adjuvants, combination of PVPand AGNIQUE®, BP420, combination of VP/VA and Silwett® and combinationof VP/VA and AGNIQUE® BP420 as built-in compositions on the activity ofcompound of Formula I compound of Formula I (450 suspension concentratecomposition). Fungicide efficacy obtained from the intensity ofinfection determined 21 dpi and suspension concentrate composition ofcompound of Formula I at 10 g a.i./ha towards Zymoseptoria triticistrain Mg Tri-R6 moderately resistant to DMI and Highly resistant to QoIfungicides in controlled conditions.

FIG. 7. Comparison of the Area Under Disease Progress Curve (AUDPC)determined from the intensity of infection measured 21 and 28 dpi of Z,tritici strain Mg Tri-R6 moderately resistant o DMI fungicides andhighly resistant to QoI fungicides of wheat plants cv. Alixan untreatedor treated with the compound of Formula I 50 emulsifiable concentratecompositions at 2 rates (0.25 and 0.125 L/ha) composition A alone (noadjuvant/additive) or with an adjuvant (Trycol®) and composition Balone|(no adjuvant/additive) or with an adjuvant (Trycol® low, Trycol®,Synergen® SOC) Values of the same timing of observation followed by thesame letter are not significantly different according to the Newman andKeuls test (p<0.05).

FIG. 8. Comparison of the fungicide efficacy, obtained from AUDPCvalues, of the compound of Formula I 50 emulsifiable concentratecompositions at 2 rates (0.25 and 0.125 L/ha) composition A alone (noadjuvant) or with an adjuvant (Trycol®) and composition B alone|(noadjuvant/additive) or with an adjuvant (Trycol® low, Trycol®, Synergen®SOC) towards Z, tritici strain Mg Tri-R6 moderately resistant to DMI andHighly resistant to QoI fungicides in controlled conditions.

FIG. 9. Disease assessment (intensity of infection) on the first leaf ofwheat plantlets cv. Alixan untreated or treated with OD formulation ofCompound of Formula I Prototype A at 10 g a.i./ha and 20 g a.i./ha, 21days post inoculation with pycnospores of the Zymoseptoria triticistrain Mg Tri-R6 moderately resistant to DMI and Highly resistant to QoIfungicides in controlled conditions.

FIG. 10. Disease assessment (% of infection) on potato late blight(Phytophthora infestans). Field trial assessment after six weeklyapplications.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION Definitions

Unless defined otherwise, all technical and scientific terms used hereinhave the meaning commonly understood by persons of ordinary skill in theart to which this subject matter pertains.

The term “a” or “an” as used herein includes the singular and theplural, unless specifically stated otherwise. Therefore, the terms “a,”“an,” or “at least one” can be used interchangeably in this application.

As used herein, the term “about” when used in connection with anumerical value includes ±10% from the indicated value. In addition, allranges directed to the same component or property herein are inclusiveof the endpoints, are independently combinable, and include allintermediate points and ranges. It is understood that where a parameterrange is provided, all integers within that range, and tenths thereof,are also provided by the invention. For example, “0.1-80%” includes0.1%, 0.2%, 0.3%, etc, up to 80%.

As used herein the term “plant” or “crop” includes reference to wholeplants, plant organs (e.g, leaves, stems, twigs, roots, trunks, limbs,shoots, fruits etc.), plant cells, or plant seeds. This term alsoencompasses plant crops such as fruits. In yet another embodiment, theterm “plant” may include the propagation material thereof, which mayinclude all the generative parts of the plant such as seeds andvegetative plant material such as cuttings and tubers, which can be usedfor the multiplication of the plant. This includes seeds, tubers,spores, corms, bulbs, rhizomes, sprouts basal shoots, stolons, and budsand other parts of plants, including seedlings and young plants, whichare to be transplanted after germination or after emergence from soil.

As used herein, the term “locus” includes not only areas in which theinfestation is to be controlled, but also areas in which the infestationis to be prevented and also to areas under cultivation.

As used herein, the term “mixture” or “combination” refers, but is notlimited, to a combination in any physical form, e.g., blend, solution,alloy, or the like.

As used herein, the term “effective amount” refers to an amount of thecompound that, when applied, is sufficient to achieve a good level ofcontrol.

As used herein, the phrase “agrochemically acceptable” means which isknown and accepted in the art for use in agricultural/pesticidal use.

As used herein, the term “adjuvant” is broadly defined as any substancethat itself is not a fungicide but which enhances or is intended toenhance the effectiveness of the fungicide with which it is used.Adjuvants may be understood to include, but are not limited to,spreading agents, penetrants, compatibility agents, and driftretardants. As used herein, the term “additive” is defined as anysubstance that itself is not a fungicide but is added to the compositionsuch as sticking agents, surfactants, synergists, buffers, acidifiers,defoaming agents and thickeners.

As used herein, the term “built-in” means that all components such aspesticide, adjuvant and other additives are in the same composition.

As used herein, the term “tank mix” means that at least one pesticideand/or additive and/or adjuvant are mixed in the spray tank prior to theapplication or at the time of spray application.

As used herein, the phrase “agriculturally acceptable carrier” meanscarriers which are known and accepted in the art for the formation ofcompositions for agricultural or horticultural use.

As used herein, the term “thickener” refers to an agent that increasesthe viscosity of a liquid composition without essentially changing otherproperties of the composition.

As used herein, the term “stable” refers to chemical stability, physicalstability, or both.

As used herein, the term “stable” when used in connection with chemicalstability, e.g, chemically stable, means that the composition meets thechemical stability standards set forth by the Food and AgricultureOrganization of the United Nations (FAO) in the Manual on Developmentand Use of FAO and WHO Specification for Pesticides (First Edition—ThirdRevision) (the “FAO/WHO Manual”) (available athttp://www.fao.gov/agriculture/crops/thematic-sitemap/theme/pests/jmps/manual/en/),the entire content of which is hereby incorporate by reference into thesubject application. As described in the FAO/WHO Manual, a compositionis stable if no significant degradation of the active ingredients in thecomposition is observable after 14 days of storage at a temperature of54±2° C., after 4 weeks of storage at a temperature of 50±2° C., after 6weeks of storage at a temperature of 45±2° C., after 8 weeks of storageat a temperature of 40±2° C., after 12 weeks of storage at a temperatureof 35±2° C., or after 18 weeks of storage at a temperature of 30±2° C.The amount of degradation permitted before the degradation is consideredto be significant depends on the concentration of the active ingredientsin the composition. As described in the FAO/WHO Manual, for acomposition comprising above 25 up to 100 g/L of active ingredients,degradation of up to 10% of the active ingredients is considered nosignificant degradation; for a composition comprising above 100 up to250 g/L of active ingredients, degradation of up to 6% of the activeingredients is considered no significant degradation; for a compositioncomprising above 250 up to 500 g/L of active ingredients, degradation ofup to 5% of the active ingredients is considered no significantdegradation; and for a composition comprising above 500 g/L of activeingredients, degradation of up to 25 g/L of the active ingredients isconsidered no significant degradation.

As used herein, the term “stable” when used in connection with physicalstability, e.g, physically stable, and when used in connection with acomposition, means that the composition meets the physical stabilitystandards set forth by the Collaborative International PesticidesAnalytical Council (CIPAC). The CIPAC is an international, organizationthat promote international agreements on methods for the analysis ofpesticides and physico-chemical test methods for formulations. Methodsadopted by the CIPAC are published in the CIPAC Handbooks, availableonline at https://www.cipac.org/index.php/methods-publications, theentire content of each method is hereby incorporated by reference intothe subject application.

As used herein, the term “stabilizing surfactant” is defined as anysurfactant that increases the physical and/or chemical stability of thecompound of Formula I when added to a liquid composition comprising thecompound of Formula I. In some embodiments, the stabilizing surfactantis effective for inhibiting crystal growth.

As used herein, the term “low water content” when used in connectionwith a surfactant or carrier means that the surfactant or carriersolubilizes water in an amount of less than 25 g/L.

As used herein, the term “w/w” means percentage by weight based on thetotal weight of the composition or mixture.

As used herein, the term “liquid” means a liquid that is not a gas.

The compound of Formula I is a pro-pesticide derivative of N3-Me-5-FUcomprising sensitive groups such as sulfonyl group and imine onpositions N1 and C4 accordingly. These “groups” lead to highly sensitiveunstable structures which require development of specific conditions forstabilizing the compound of Formula I in a liquid composition. Inaddition, the compound of Formula I has several crystal forms and has atendency to form crystals which are less available and affect thepenetration rate into the target.

Formulating compositions comprising active ingredient often requiresadding an agriculturally acceptable inert additive. Such as surfactants,dispersants, emulsifiers, wetting agents, antifoams, solvents,co-solvent, light stabilizers, UV absorbers, radical scavengers andantioxidants, adhesives, neutralizers, thickeners, binders,sequestrates, biocides, buffers preservatives, and anti-freeze agents.The addition of an additive affects the solubility of the activeingredient and leads to chemically and physically unstable compositions.

Solvent and additives, which can be used for the compound of Formula I,should be neutral, i.e. without an active functional group which canaffect the stability of and cause degradation of the compound of FormulaI. Solvent and/or additive used for formulating the compound for FormulaI should not be reactive towards the compound of Formula I.

Functional groups which can affect the stability of the compound ofFormula I are groups containing N and/or O, such as S—O, OH andnon-sterically hindered amide and amine. It was found that chemicalstability of the compound of Formula I in amide solvent depends on thesubstitute on the amide. The reactivity of the solvent and/or theadditive is critical in formulating a stable composition comprising thecompound of Formula I. Reactive nucleophilic groups are groups such ashydroxyl group with bond dissociation energies less than 120 Kcal/mol, aweak dissociate hydrogen bond, or an acidic functional group.

The concentration of water in the composition is another critical factorfor chemical and/or physical stability.

For the abovementioned reasons, formulating compound of Formula I in aliquid composition is particularly challenging.

It was found that the stability of the compound of Formula I in liquidcarrier may be improved by controlling the solubility of the compound ofFormula I in the liquid carrier, controlling the pH of the compositionin water environment, controlling the water content of the composition,adding surfactants effective for preventing crystals growth, and/orcontrolling the viscosity of the composition.

Stable liquid compositions comprising the compound of Formula I, as wellas their methods of use and processes of preparation, are describedbelow.

Stable Liquid Compositions:

The present invention provides a stable, liquid composition comprising:

-   -   (a) a fungicidally effective amount of a compound of Formula I:

-   -    and    -   (b) a liquid carrier.

In some embodiments, the solubility of the compound of Formula I in theliquid carrier is less than 5000 ppm. In some embodiments, thesolubility of the compound of Formula I in the liquid carrier is lessthan 1000 ppm. In some embodiments, the solubility of compound ofFormula I in the liquid carrier is in the range of 50 to 500 ppm. Insome embodiments, the solubility of compound of Formula I in the liquidcarrier is about 200 ppm. In some embodiments, the solubility ofcompound of Formula I in the liquid carrier is about 80 ppm.

In some embodiments, the composition comprises at least one stabilizingsurfactant. In some embodiments, the composition comprises at least twostabilizing surfactants. In some embodiments, the composition comprisestwo stabilizing surfactants. In some embodiments, the compositionfurther comprises a stabilizing system.

In some embodiments, the composition comprises at least one anionicstabilizing surfactant. In some embodiments, the composition comprisesat least one non-ionic stabilizing surfactant. In some embodiments, thecomposition comprises two stabilizing surfactants. In some embodiments,the composition comprises a stabilizing system. In some embodiments, thecomposition comprises combination of a non-ionic stabilizing surfactantand an ionic stabilizing surfactant.

In some embodiments, the stabilizing surfactant(s) affects thesolubility of the compound of Formula I in the liquid carrier.

In some embodiments, the pH of the composition is in the range of 5 to7.5. In some embodiments, the pH of the composition is in the range of 6to 7. In some embodiment, the pH of the composition is about 5. In someembodiments, the pH of the composition is about 5.5. In someembodiments, the pH of the composition is about 5.8. In someembodiments, the pH of the composition is about 6. In some embodiments,the pH of the composition is about 6.5. In some embodiments, the pH ofthe composition is about 7. In some embodiments, the pH of thecomposition is about 7.5.

In some embodiments, the pH of the composition is measured when thecomposition is in the presence of water. Water may be present in thecomposition as the liquid carrier. Water may also be present in thecomposition as a result of dilution or wetting.

In some embodiments, the pH of the composition is measured withoutfurther dilution and/or wetting. In some embodiments, the pH of thecomposition is measured after dilution and/or wetting.

In some embodiments, the liquid carrier is water and the pH of thecomposition is measured without further dilution and/or wetting. In someembodiments, wherein the liquid carrier is a non-aqueous carrier and thepH of the composition is measured after dilution and/or wetting.

In some embodiments, the composition comprises a pH adjuster.

The chemical stability of the composition is affected by the pH of thecomposition.

When the liquid carrier is non-aqueous, the amount of water in thecomposition should be less than 0.5% by weight based on the total weightof the composition, preferably, less than 0.2% by weight based on thetotal weight of the composition.

In some embodiments, the non-aqueous composition has a water content ofless than 0.5% by weight based on the total weight of the composition.In some embodiments, the non-aqueous composition has a water content ofless than 0.4% by weight based on the total weight of the composition.In some embodiments, the non-aqueous composition has a water content ofless than 0.3% by weight based on the total weight of the composition.In some embodiments, the non-aqueous composition has a water content ofless than 0.2% by weight based on the total weight of the composition.In some embodiments, the non-aqueous composition has a water content ofless than 0.1% by weight based on the total weight of the composition.

An amount of water less than 0.5% by weight based on the total weight ofthe composition, preferably less than 0.2% by weight based on the totalweight of the composition, can be achieved using methods including butnot limited to drying component(s) of the composition prior to adding itto the composition and/or lowering the water content of the componentsin the composition (both active and non-active components). The watercontent of the composition may be also be controlled by using low watercontent surfactants, low water content carrier, water scavenger and/ordrying agent.

In some embodiments, the composition comprises a low water contentsurfactant. In some embodiments, the composition comprises a low watercontent carrier. In some embodiments, the composition comprises at leastone water scavenger. In some embodiments, the composition comprises atleast one drying agent. In some embodiments, the low water contentsurfactant, low water content carrier, water scavenger and/or dryingagent are added to the composition after the composition is dried.

In some embodiments, the water scavenger is selected from the groupconsisting of tetraethyl orthosilicate, Dynasylan® and a combinationthereof. In some embodiments, the Dynasylan® is Dynasylan® P. Thesewater scavengers reduce the water content of non-aqueous liquidcomposition to below 0.5% by weight which improves the composition'sstability. These water scavengers reduce the water content of the ODcomposition to below 0.5% by weight which improves the composition'sstability. These water scavengers reduce the water content of the ECcomposition to below 0.5% by weight which improves the composition'sstability.

In some embodiments, the amount of water scavenger in the composition isbetween about 0.5-7.5% by weight based on the total weight of thecomposition.

In some embodiments, the composition has a viscosity of at least 500 cP.In some embodiments, the composition has a viscosity of 500 cP-3000 cP.In some embodiments, the composition has a viscosity of 500 cP-2500 cP.In some embodiments, the composition has a viscosity of 800 cP-3000 cP.In some embodiments, the composition has a viscosity of 1600 cP-2200 cP.In some embodiments, the composition has a viscosity of equal to or lessthan 3000 cP.

In some embodiments, the composition has a viscosity of about 500cP-1000 cP. In some embodiments, the composition has a viscosity ofabout 1000 cP-1500 cP. In some embodiments, the composition has aviscosity of about 1500 cP-2000 cP. In some embodiments, the compositionhas a viscosity of about 2000 cP-2500 cP. In some embodiments, thecomposition has a viscosity of about 2500 cP-3000 cP.

In some embodiments, the composition has a viscosity of about 500 cP,about 600 cP, about 700 cP, about 800 cP, about 900 cP, about 1000 cP,about 1100 cP, about 1200 cP, about 1300 cP, about 1400 cP, about 1500cP, about 1600 cP, about 1700 cP, about 1800 cP, about 1900 cP about2000 cP, about 2100 cP, about 2200 cP, about 2300 cP, about 24(0 cPabout 2500 cP, about 2600 cP, about 2700 cP, about 2800 cP, about 2900cP, about 3000 cP.

In some embodiments, the liquid carrier is an aqueous liquid carrier. Insome embodiments, the aqueous liquid carrier is water.

In some embodiments, the liquid carrier is a non-aqueous liquid carrier.

In some embodiments, the solubility of the compound of Formula I in theaqueous liquid carrier is less than 5000 ppm. In some embodiments, thesolubility of the compound of Formula I in the non-aqueous carrier isless than 5000 ppm.

In some embodiments, the compound of Formula I is in the form of solidparticles. In some embodiments, the solid particles of the compound ofFormula I is suspended in the aqueous carrier. In some embodiments, thesolid particles of the compound of Formula I is suspended in thenon-aqueous carrier.

In some embodiments, the compound of Formula I is dissolved in thenon-aqueous carrier.

When the solid particles of the compound of Formula I is suspended inthe aqueous carrier, the composition is suspension concentrate (SC).

When the SC composition comprising an aqueous carrier further comprisesa non-aqueous liquid component, the SC composition is a suspoemulsion(SE). When solid particles of the compound of Formula I is suspended inthe aqueous carrier and the composition further comprises a non-aqueousliquid component, the composition is a suspoemulsion (SE). Thenon-aqueous liquid component may be but is not limited to adjuvant,carrier of the adjuvant and/or any additive. In some embodiment, thenon-aqueous liquid component is an adjuvant. The SC composition is an SEcomposition when the SC composition further comprises a non-aqueousliquid component in the aqueous carrier.

When the solid particles of the compound of Formula I is suspended inthe non-aqueous carrier, the composition is oil dispersion (OD).

When the compound of Formula I is dissolved in the non-aqueous carrierthe composition is an emulsifiable concentrate (EC).

In some embodiments, the stable liquid composition is a suspensionconcentrate (SC) composition. In some embodiments, the composition is asuspoemulsion. (SE), composition. In some embodiments, the compositionis an oil dispersion (OD) composition. In some embodiments, thecomposition is an emulsifiable concentrate (EC) composition.

In some embodiments, the stable liquid composition is a suspensionconcentrate (SC) composition comprising at least one stabilizingsurfactant. In some embodiments, the stable liquid composition is asuspension concentrate (SC) composition comprising two stabilizingsurfactants.

In some embodiments, the stable liquid composition is a suspoemulsion(SE) composition comprising at least one stabilizing surfactant. In someembodiments, the stable liquid composition is a suspoemulsion (SE)composition comprising two stabilizing surfactants.

In some embodiments, the stable liquid composition is a suspensionconcentrate (SC) composition having a pH in the range of 5 to 7.5.

In some embodiments, the stable liquid composition is a suspoemulsion(SE) composition having a pH in the range of 5 to 7.5.

In some embodiments, the stable liquid composition is an oil dispersion(OD) composition with a water content of less than 0.5% by weight basedon the total weight of the composition.

In some embodiments, the stable liquid composition is an emulsifiableconcentrate (EC) composition with a water content of less than 0.5% byweight based on the total weight of the composition.

In some embodiments, the composition comprises an aqueous carrier andthe aqueous composition has a viscosity of at least 500 cP. In someembodiments, the composition comprises an aqueous carrier and theaqueous composition has a viscosity of equal to or less than 3000 cP.

In some embodiments, the stable liquid composition is a suspensionconcentrate (SC) composition and the SC composition has a viscosity ofat least 500 cP. In some embodiments, the stable liquid composition is asuspension concentrate (SC) composition and the SC composition has aviscosity of 800 cP-3000 cP. In some embodiments, the stable liquidcomposition is a suspension concentrate (SC) composition and the SCcomposition has a viscosity of 1600 cP-2200 cP. In some embodiments, thestable liquid composition is a suspension concentrate (SC) compositionand the SC composition has a viscosity of equal to or less than 3000 cP.

In some embodiments, the composition comprises a non-aqueous liquidcarrier and the non-aqueous composition has a viscosity of at least 500cP. In some embodiments, the composition comprises a non-aqueous liquidcarrier and the non-aqueous composition has a viscosity of equal to orless than 3000 cP.

In some embodiments, the stable liquid composition is an oil dispersion(OD) composition and the OD composition has a viscosity of at least 500cP. In some embodiments, the stable liquid composition is an oildispersion (OD) composition and the OD composition has a viscosity of500 cP-2500 cP. In some embodiments, the stable liquid composition is anoil dispersion (OD) composition and the OD composition has a viscosityof equal to or less than 2500 cP.

Viscosity may be measured using Collaborative International PesticidesAnalytical Council (CIPAC) MT192—viscosity of liquids by rotationalviscometer, the entire content of which is hereby incorporated byreference into this application. When viscosity is described in thesubject application, the viscosity is measured using CIPAC MT192 usingspindle 62 at 12 rpm or spindle 63 at 12 rpm.

In some embodiments, viscosity is measured using spindle 62 at 12 rpm.In some embodiments, viscosity is measured using spindle 63 at 12 rpm.In some embodiments, the composition has a viscosity of at least 500 cPwhen measured using CIPAC MT192 using spindle 62 at 12 rpm or usingspindle 63 at 12 rpm. In some embodiments, the composition has aviscosity of 500 cP-3000 cP when measured using CIPAC MT192 usingspindle 62 at 12 rpm or using spindle 63 at 12 rpm. In some embodiments,the composition has a viscosity of 500 cP-2500 cP when measured usingCIPAC MT192 using spindle 62 at 12 rpm or using spindle 63 at 12 rpm. Insome embodiments, the composition has a viscosity of 800 cP-3000 cP whenmeasured using CIPAC MT192 using spindle 62 at 12 rpm or using spindle63 at 12 rpm. In some embodiments, the composition has a viscosity of1600 cP-2200 cP when measured using CIPAC MT192 using spindle 62 at 12rpm or using spindle 63 at 12 rpm. In some embodiments, the compositionhas a viscosity of equal to or less than 3000 cP when measured usingCIPAC MT192 using spindle 62 at 12 rpm or using spindle 63 at 12 rpm.

In some embodiments, the total amount of aqueous carrier in thecomposition ranges from about 30% to about 70% by weight based on thetotal weight of the composition. In some embodiments, the total amountof aqueous carrier in the composition ranges from about 40% to about 60%by weight based on the total weight of the composition. In someembodiments, the total amount of aqueous carrier in the compositionranges from about 40% to about 50% by weight based on the total weightof the composition.

In some embodiments, the total amount of aqueous carrier in the SCcomposition ranges from about 30% to about 70% by weight based on thetotal weight of the composition. In some embodiments, the total amountof aqueous carrier in the SC composition ranges from about 40% to about60% by weight based on the total weight of the composition. In someembodiments, the total amount of aqueous carrier in the SC compositionranges from about 40% to about 50% by weight based on the total weightof the composition.

In some embodiments, the total amount of aqueous carrier in the SEcomposition ranges from about 30% to about 70% by weight based on thetotal weight of the composition. In some embodiments, the total amountof aqueous carrier in the SE composition ranges from about 40% to about60% by weight based on the total weight of the composition. In someembodiments, the total amount of aqueous carrier in the SE compositionranges from about 40% to about 50% by weight based on the total weightof the composition.

In some embodiments, the total amount of non-aqueous carrier in thecomposition ranges from about 30 to about 80% by weight based on thetotal weight of the composition. In some embodiments, the total amountof non-aqueous carrier in the composition ranges from about 40% to about70% by weight based on the total weight of the composition. In someembodiments, the total amount of non-aqueous carrier in the compositionis about 50% by weight based on the total weight of the composition.

In some embodiments, the total amount of non-aqueous carrier in the ODcomposition ranges from about 30 to about 80% by weight based on thetotal weight of the composition. In some embodiments, the total amountof non-aqueous carrier in the OD composition ranges from about 40% toabout 70% by weight based on the total weight of the composition. Insome embodiments, the total amount of non-aqueous carrier in the ODcomposition is about 50% by weight based on the total weight of thecomposition.

In some embodiments, the total amount of non-aqueous carrier in the ECcomposition ranges from about 30 to about 80% by weight based on thetotal weight of the composition. In some embodiments, the total amountof non-aqueous carrier in the EC composition ranges from about 40% toabout 70% by weight based on the total weight of the composition. Insome embodiments, the total amount of non-aqueous carrier in the ECcomposition ranges from about 40% to about 80% by weight based on thetotal weight of the composition. In some embodiments, the total amountof non-aqueous carrier in the EC composition is about 80% by weightbased on the total weight of the composition.

In some embodiments, the concentration of the compound of Formula I inthe stable liquid composition is 150 g/L to 750 g/L. In someembodiments, the concentration of the compound of Formula I in thestable liquid composition is 300 g/L to 750 g/L. In some embodiments,the concentration of the compound of Formula I in the stable liquidcomposition is 450 g/L. In some embodiments, the concentration of thecompound of Formula I in the stable liquid composition is 660 g/L.

In some embodiments, the concentration of compound of Formula I in thecomposition is greater than 5% by weight based on the total weight ofthe stable composition. In some embodiments, the concentration ofcompound of Formula I in the composition is greater than 10% by weightbased on the total weight of the stable composition. In someembodiments, the concentration of compound of Formula I in thecomposition is greater than 25% by weight based on the total weight ofthe stable composition. In some embodiments, the concentration ofcompound of Formula I in the composition is greater than 50% by weightbased on the total weight of the stable liquid composition.

In some embodiments, the concentration of compound of Formula I in theSC composition is greater than 25% by weight based on the total weightof the stable composition. In some embodiments, the concentration ofcompound of Formula I in the SC composition is greater than 50% byweight based on the total weight of the stable liquid composition.

In some embodiments, the concentration of compound of Formula I in theSE composition is greater than 25% by weight based on the total weightof the stable composition. In some embodiments, the concentration ofcompound of Formula I in the SE composition is greater than 50% byweight based on the total weight of the stable liquid composition.

In some embodiments, the concentration of the compound of Formula I inthe OD composition is greater than 25% by weight based on the totalweight of the stable composition. In some embodiments, the concentrationof compound of Formula I in the OD composition is greater than 50% byweight based on the total weight of the stable liquid composition.

In some embodiments, the concentration of compound of Formula I in theEC composition is greater than 5% by weight based on the total weight ofthe stable liquid composition. In some embodiments, the concentration ofcompound of Formula I in the EC composition is greater than 10% byweight based on the total weight of the stable liquid composition. Insome embodiments, the concentration of compound of Formula I in the ECcomposition is greater than 25% by weight based on the total weight ofthe stable liquid composition.

In some embodiments, the composition comprising non-aqueous carrier isfree of phosphoric acid. In some embodiments, the composition is free ofphosphoric acid at 2% or 5%. In some embodiments, the compositioncomprises 2% or less by weight of phosphoric acid. In some embodiments,the composition comprises 5% or less by weight of phosphoric acid.

In some embodiments, the composition comprising non-aqueous carrier isfree of urea. In some embodiments, the composition is free of urea at 1%or 2%. In some embodiments, the composition comprises 1% or less byweight of urea. In some embodiments, the composition comprises 2% orless by weight of urea.

In some embodiments, the composition comprising non-aqueous carrier isfree of propyl gallate.

In some embodiments, the composition comprising non-aqueous carrier isfree of dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO).

In some embodiments, the composition comprising non-aqueous carrier isfree of morpholine.

In some embodiments, the composition comprising non-aqueous carrier isfree of N-methyl pyrrolidone.

The present invention provides a stable suspension concentrate (SC)composition comprising:

-   -   (a) a fungicidally effective amount of a compound of Formula I:

-   -   (b) an aqueous liquid carrier, and    -   (c) at least one stabilizing surfactant,        wherein the composition has a pH in the range of 5 to 7.5.

The present invention provides a suspoemulsion (SE) compositioncomprising:

-   -   (a) a fungicidally effective amount of a compound of Formula I:

-   -   (b) an aqueous liquid carrier, and    -   (c) at least one stabilizing surfactant,        wherein the composition has a pH in the range of 5 to 7.5.

The present invention provides an oil dispersion (OD) compositioncomprising:

-   -   (a) a fungicidally effective amount of a compound of Formula I:

-   -   (b) non-aqueous liquid carrier, and    -   (c) at least one stabilizing surfactant,        wherein the water content in the composition is less than 0.5%        by weight based on the total weight of the composition and/or        the viscosity of the composition is at least 500 cP.

The present invention provides an emulsifiable concentrate (EC)composition comprising:

-   -   (a) a fungicidally effective amount of a compound of Formula I:

-   -   (b) non-aqueous liquid carrier, and    -   (c) at least one stabilizing surfactant,        wherein the water content in the composition is less than 0.5%        by weight based on the total weight of the composition.

In some embodiments, the non-aqueous liquid carrier is used as anadjuvant.

-   -   (i) Compound of Formula I

The compound of Formula I of the present invention refers to any solidform including but not limited to amorphous, crystalline, solvate orhydrate.

The compound of Formula I includes crystalline forms of the compound ofFormula I.

In some embodiments, the crystalline form is an anhydrous crystallineform. In some embodiments, the anhydrous crystalline form is apolymorph. In some embodiments, the anhydrous crystalline form is apseudopolymorph.

Polymorphs of the compound of Formula I is described in PCTInternational Application Publication No. WO/2019/038583 (published Feb.28, 2019), the entire content of which is hereby incorporated byreference into this application.

In some embodiments, the crystalline form is a hydrate.

In some embodiments, the crystalline form is a solvate. In someembodiments, the solvate contains 1,4-dioxane. In some embodiments, thesolvate contains tetrahydrofuran. In some embodiments, the solvatecontains ethyl acetate.

In some embodiments, the crystalline polymorphic form (Form I) exhibitsan X-ray powder diffraction pattern having characteristic peaks at2-theta angles of 9.08, 10.98, 14.05, 17.51, 18.75, 21.63, 23.33, 24.70,24.83, 25.37, 26.51 and 29.23. In one embodiment, the powder X-raydiffraction pattern of Form I comprises characteristic peaks at 2-thetaangles of 14.05, 17.51, 18.75, 21.63 and 26.51. In one embodiment, thepowder X-ray diffraction pattern of Form I comprises characteristicpeaks at 2-theta angles of 14.05, 17.51, 18.75 and 21.63.

In some embodiments, the crystalline polymorphic form (Form I) ischaracterized by decomposition beginning at a temperature greater than210° C.

In some embodiments, the crystalline polymorphic form (Form I) exhibitsa Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) thermogram characterized by apredominant endothermic peak with a peak temperature of about 160° C., apredominant endothermic peak with an onset temperature of about 159° C.,and a predominant endothermic peak with a melting enthalpy of about 110J/g.

In one embodiment, the crystalline polymorphic form (Form II) exhibitsan X-ray powder diffraction pattern having characteristic peaks at2-theta angles of 7.98, 9.20, 9.96, 11.88, 15.99, 18.49, 21.23, 22.33,22.59, 26.73. In one embodiment, the powder X-ray diffraction pattern ofForm II comprises characteristic peaks at 2-theta angles of 9.20, 9.96,11.88, 22.33 and 22.59. In one embodiment, the powder X-ray diffractionpattern of Form II comprises characteristic peaks at 2-theta angles of9.20, 11.88, 22.33 and 22.59.

In one embodiment, the crystalline polymorphic form (Form II) exhibits aTG-FTIR thermogram characterized by decomposition beginning at atemperature greater than 210° C.

In one embodiment, the crystalline polymorphic form (Form II) exhibits aDifferential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) thermogram characterized by apredominant endothermic peak with a peak temperature of about 157° C., apredominant endothermic peak with an onset temperature of about 156° C.,and a predominant endothermic peak with a melting enthalpy of about 112J/g.

In one embodiment, the crystalline hydrate form (Hydrate) exhibits anX-ray powder diffraction pattern having characteristic peaks at 2-theta5.34, 7.48, 10.68, 16.05, 21.79, 22.99, 23.19, 24.95, 26.95, 27.63. Inone embodiment, the powder X-ray diffraction pattern of Hydratecomprises characteristic peaks at 2-theta angles of 5.34, 7.48, 10.68,16.05 and 21.79. In one embodiment, the powder X-ray diffraction patternof Hydrate comprises characteristic peaks at 2-theta angles of 5.34,7.48, 10.68 and 16.05.

In one embodiment, the crystalline hydrate form (Hydrate) exhibits aTG-FTIR thermogram characterized by decomposition beginning at atemperature greater than 190° C.

In one embodiment, the crystalline hydrate form (Hydrate) exhibits aDifferential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) thermogram characterized by apredominant endothermic peak with a peak temperature of about 139.5° C.,a predominant endothermic peak with an onset temperature of about 139°C., and a predominant endothermic peak with a melting enthalpy of about115 J/g, wherein the DSC is measured in a sealed pan.

In one embodiment, the crystalline hydrate form (Hydrate) exhibits aDifferential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) thermogram characterized by apredominant endothermic peak with a peak temperature of about 160° C., apredominant endothermic peak with an onset temperature of about 159° C.,and a predominant endothermic peak with a melting enthalpy of about 98J/g, wherein the DSC is measured in an open pan.

In one embodiment, the crystalline solvate form (Form S5) exhibits anX-ray powder diffraction pattern having characteristic peaks at 2-theta5.42, 7.50, 10.06, 10.82, 12.80, 16.91, 21.55, 23.13, 24.83, 26.81,27.77. In one embodiment, the powder X-ray diffraction pattern of FormS5 comprises characteristic peaks at 2-theta angles of 5.42, 7.50,10.06, 10.82, and 16.91. In one embodiment, the powder X-ray diffractionpattern of Form S5 comprises characteristic peaks at 2-theta angles of5.42, 7.50, 10.82 and 16.91.

In one embodiment, the crystalline solvate form (Form S5) exhibits aTG-FTIR thermogram characterized by decomposition beginning at atemperature greater than 180° C.

In one embodiment, the crystalline solvate form (Form S8) exhibits anX-ray powder diffraction pattern as shown in FIG. 13, havingcharacteristic peaks at 2-theta 4.7, 5.00, 5.38, 6.26, 9.66, 15.93,21.05, 23.97, 24.69. In one embodiment, the powder X-ray diffractionpattern of Form S8 comprises characteristic peaks at 2-theta angles of4.7, 5.00, 5.38, 6.26, 9.66 and 23.97. In one embodiment, the powderX-ray diffraction pattern of Form S8 comprises characteristic peaks at2-theta angles of 4.7, 5.00, 9.66 and 23.97.

In one embodiment, the crystalline solvate form (Form S8) exhibits aTG-FTIR thermogram characterized by decomposition beginning at atemperature greater than 180° C.

In one embodiment, the crystalline solvate form (Form S1) exhibits anX-ray powder diffraction pattern having characteristic peaks at 2-theta5.34, 7.48, 10.10, 10.68, 12.90, 16.07, 21.83, 23.09, 24.91, 26.93. Inone embodiment, the powder X-ray diffraction pattern of Form S1comprises characteristic peaks at 2-theta angles of 5.34, 7.48, and10.68. In one embodiment, the powder X-ray diffraction pattern of FormS1 comprises characteristic peaks at 2-theta angles of 5.34, 7.48, 10.68and 21.83. In one embodiment, the powder X-ray diffraction pattern ofForm S1 comprises characteristic peaks at 2-theta angles of 5.34, 7.48,10.68, 16.07 and 21.83.

In one embodiment, the crystalline solvate form (Form S1) exhibits aTG-FTIR thermogram characterized by decomposition beginning at atemperature greater than 200° C.

In some embodiments, the compound of Formula I is a mixture ofcrystalline forms of the compound of Formula I.

In some embodiments, the mixture is a mixture of one or more anhydrouscrystalline forms.

In some embodiments, the mixture is a mixture of the crystalline Form Iand the crystalline Form II. In some embodiments, the mixture is atleast 25% the crystalline Form I. In some embodiments, the mixture is atleast 50% the crystalline Form I. In some embodiments, the mixture is atleast 75% the crystalline Form I.

In some embodiments, the mixture is a mixture of the crystalline Form Iand the crystalline Hydrate form. In some embodiments, the mixture is atleast 25% the crystalline Form I. In some embodiments, the mixture is atleast 50% the crystalline Form I. In some embodiments, the mixture is atleast 75% the crystalline Form I.

In some embodiments, the mixture is a mixture of the crystalline Form IIand the crystalline Hydrate form. In some embodiments, the mixture is atleast 25% the crystalline Form II. In some embodiments, the mixture isat least 50% the crystalline Form II. In some embodiments, the mixtureis at least 75% the crystalline Form II.

(ii) Suitable Stabilizing Surfactants

In some embodiments, the composition comprises at least one stabilizingsurfactant. In some embodiments, the composition comprises at least twostabilizing surfactants. In some embodiments, the composition comprisesa stabilizing system.

In some embodiments, the composition comprises a non-ionic stabilizingsurfactant. In some embodiments, the composition comprises an anionicstabilizing surfactant. In some embodiments, the composition comprises acombination of anon-ionic stabilizing surfactant and an anionicstabilizing surfactant.

In some embodiments, the suspension concentrate (SC) compositioncomprises at least one stabilizing surfactant. In some embodiments, thesuspension concentrate (SC) composition comprises at least twostabilizing surfactants. In some embodiments, the suspension concentrate(SC) composition comprises two stabilizing surfactants.

In some embodiments, the composition is a suspoemulsion (SE)composition. In some embodiments, the SE composition comprises at leastone stabilizing surfactant. In some embodiments, the SE compositioncomprises at least two stabilizing surfactants. In some embodiments, theSE composition comprises two stabilizing surfactants.

In some embodiments, the stabilizing surfactant is a physicalstabilizer.

In some embodiments, the stabilizing surfactant affects the crystalsgrowth rate of the compound of Formula I in the liquid carrier. In someembodiments, the stabilizing surfactant decreases the crystals growthrate of the compound of Formula I in the liquid carrier. In someembodiments, the stabilizing surfactant have a crystal growth inhibitingproperty. In some embodiments, the stabilizing surfactant is a crystalgrowth inhibitor.

In some embodiments, one of the stabilizing surfactants is a non-ionicstabilizing surfactant. In some embodiments, the non-ionic stabilizingsurfactant is selected from the group consisting of polymers, esteralkoxylated amine, ester of alkoxylated diethylethanolamine, polyalkylene oxide alcohol ether, and alcohols.

In some embodiments, the polymer is a block polymer of random polymer.In some embodiments, the polymer is a tri-block polymer. In someembodiments, the tri-block polymer is an ABA block polymer. In someembodiments, the polymer has a low HLB (hydrophile-lpophile balance)value, preferably an HLB value of 5. In some embodiments, the polymer isAtlox™ 4912 (manufactured and sold by Croda).

In some embodiments, the non-ionic stabilizing surfactant is an esteralkoxylated amine. In some embodiments, the ester alkoxylated amine isAtlox™ 4915 (manufactured and sold by Croda). In some embodiments, thenon-ionic stabilizing surfactant is Atlox™ 4915 (manufactured and soldby Croda). In some embodiments, the non-ionic stabilizing surfactant isalkoxylated diethylethanolamine. In some embodiments, the non-ionicstabilizing surfactant is di-ethyl ethanol amine mono-trimerate. In someembodiments, the non-ionic stabilizing surfactant is Atlox™ 4915(manufactured and sold by Croda).

In some embodiments, the poly alkylene oxide alcohol ether is a fattyalcohol ether and/or a non-fatty alcohol ether.

In some embodiments, the non-ionic stabilizing surfactant is analkoxylated fatty alcohol.

In some embodiments, the alkoxylated fatty alcohol is Genapol® X080(manufactured and sold by Clariant), Genapol® X 050 (manufactured andsold by Clariant), tridecyl alcohol polyglycol ether, Rhodasurf® LA 30(manufactured and sold by Solvay), Aerosol® OT-SE or Aerosol® OT-100(manufactured and sold by Solvay), Rhodacal®70/B (manufactured and soldby Solvay), Arlatone™ TV (manufactured and sold by Croda). Alkamuls® A(manufactured and sold by Solvay), or Alkamuls® BR (manufactured andsold by Solvay).

In some embodiments, the alkoxylated fatty alcohol is Genapol® X080(manufactured and sold by Clariant), Genapol® X 050 (manufactured andsold by Clariant), tridecyl alcohol polyglycol ether, or Rhodasurf® LA30 (manufactured and sold by Solvay).

In some embodiments, the alkoxylated fatty alcohol is Atlas™ 5002L.

In some embodiments, the alcohol has a short carbon chain of C1-C6. Insome embodiments, the alcohol has a long carbon chain of C7-C20.

In some embodiments, the non-ionic stabilizing surfactant is a non-ionicderivative of polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether.

In some embodiments, one of the stabilizing surfactants is an ionicsurfactant. In some embodiments, one of the stabilizing surfactants isan ionic stabilizing surfactant.

In some embodiments, the ionic stabilizing surfactant is selected fromthe group consisting of Aerosol® OT-SE or Aerosol® OT-100 (manufacturedand sold by Solvay), Rhodacal® 70/B (manufactured and sold by Solvay),and a combination thereof.

In some embodiments, the ionic stabilizing surfactant is an anionicstabilizing surfactant. Anionic stabilizing surfactant refers tocompounds which have an anionic group such as phosphonic salt andsulfonic salt. An example of an ionic surfactant that may be used issodium dioctyl sulfosuccinate which is manufactured and sold by Solvayas Aerosol® OT-SE.

In some embodiments, the anionic stabilizing surfactant is anionicderivative of polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether.

In some embodiments, the composition comprises at least one non-ionicstabilizing surfactant and at least one anionic stabilizing surfactant.In some embodiments, the stabilizing system comprises at least onenon-ionic stabilizing surfactant and at least one anionic stabilizingsurfactant.

In some embodiments, the composition comprising a non-ionic stabilizingsurfactant and an anionic stabilizing surfactant is a SC composition. Insome embodiments, the composition comprising a non-ionic stabilizingsurfactant and an anionic stabilizing surfactant is a SE composition.

In some embodiments, one of the stabilizing surfactants is a derivativeof polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether. In some embodiments, thederivative of polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether is a nonionic derivativeof polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether. In some embodiments, thederivative of polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether surfactant is an anionicderivative of polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether.

In some embodiments, the composition comprises at least two stabilizingsurfactants. In some embodiments, the two stabilizing surfactantscomprise two derivatives of polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether. In someembodiments, the two stabilizing surfactants comprise a non-ionicderivative of polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether and an anionicderivative of polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether.

In some embodiments, the non-ionic derivative of polyalkylene oxidepolyaryl ether is a compound having an aryl group substituted with atleast two aromatic groups.

In some embodiments, the non-ionic derivative of polyalkylene oxidepolyaryl ether has the following structure:

In some embodiments, the non-ionic derivative of polyalkylene oxidepolyaryl ether has the following structure:

In some embodiments, the anionic derivative of polyalkylene oxidepolyaryl ether is a compound having an aryl group substituted with atleast two aromatic groups.

In some embodiments, the anionic derivative of polyalkylene oxidepolyaryl ether comprises an anionic group selected from phosphate (PO₄),phosphonate (PO₃), sulfonate (SO₃), and sulfate (SO₄). In someembodiment, the anionic group of the anionic derivative of polyalkyleneoxide polyaryl ether has an anionic group selected from phosphate (PO₄),phosphonate (PO₃), sulfonate (SO₃), and sulfate (SO₄).

In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether comprises apolyalkylene oxide group selected from the group consisting ofpolyethylene oxide group, polypropylene oxide, polybutylene oxide andany combination thereof. In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxidegroup is a polyethylene oxide. In some embodiments, the polyalkyleneoxide group is a polypropylene oxide.

Polyalkylene oxides may include but are not limited to copolymers andhomogenous polymers. Copolymers may include but are not limited torandom polymer and block polymer. In some embodiments, the polyalkyleneoxide group is a di block copolymer. In some embodiments, thepolyalkylene oxide group is a tri block copolymer.

In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether is apolyalkylene oxide styryl phenyl ether. In some embodiments, thepolyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether is a polyalkylene oxide benzyl phenylether. In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether is apolyalkylene oxide bisphenyl ether. In some embodiments, thepolyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether is a polyalkylene oxide tristyrylphenyl ether. In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide polyaryl etheris a polyalkylene oxide distyryl phenyl ether. In some embodiments, thepolyalkylene oxide distyryl phenyl ether is polyoxyethylene distyrylphenyl ether.

In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether is an anionicstabilizing surfactant. Anionic stabilizing surfactant refers tocompounds which have an anionic group such as phosphonic salt andsulfonic salt.

In some embodiments, the salt comprises a cation. In some embodiments,the cation is selected from a group consisting of sodium, potassium,ammonium, calcium, magnesium and combinations thereof.

In some embodiments, the anionic derivative of polyalkylene oxidepolyaryl ether has the following structure:

In some embodiments, the anionic derivative of polyalkylene oxidepolyaryl ether is tristyrylphenol ethoxylate phosphate ester.

In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether istristyrylphenol ethoxylate phosphate ester. Preferably, thetristyrylphenol ethoxylate phosphate ester is Soprophor®, 3D33manufactured and sold by Solvay.

In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether is2,4,6-Tri-(1-phenylethyl)-phenol polyglycol ether with 54 EO.Preferably, the 2,4,6-Tri-(1-phenylethyl)-phenol polyglycol ether with54 EO is Emulsogen® TS 540 manufactured and sold by Clariant.

In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether isethoxylated tristyrylphenol. Preferably, the ethoxylated tristyrylphenolis Soprophor® TS/54 manufactured and sold by Solvay.

In some embodiments, the salt comprises at least one cation selectedfrom group consisting of sodium, potassium, ammonium, calcium, magnesiumand combination thereof.

Polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether surfactants may include but is notlimited to poly phenyl ethyl phenol and tristyrylphenol.

Polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ethers surfactant may include but is notlimited to non-capped surfactants, end-capped surfactants or combinationthereof.

In some embodiments, the composition comprises a combination ofstabilizing surfactants and the combination of stabilizing surfactantscomprises a mixture of a nonionic polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ethersurfactant and an anionic polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether surfactant.In some embodiments, the nonionic surfactant is tristyrylphenolethoxylate. In some embodiments, the anionic surfactant istristyrylphenol ethoxylate phosphate ether.

In some embodiments, the combination of stabilizing surfactantscomprises tristyrylphenol ethoxylate and tristyrylphenol ethoxylatephosphate ether.

In some embodiments, the nonionic polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether is acompound having an ether group substituted with at least two groupscomprising aromatic rings.

In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide group is a polyoxyethylene.In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide group is a polyoxypropylene.In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide group is a block copolymerof polyoxyethylene. In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide group isa block copolymer of polyoxypropylene.

Polyalkylene oxides may include but are not limited to poly ethoxylatedgroup, poly propoxylated group, poly butoxylated group and anycombination thereof.

Polyalkylene oxides may include but are not limited to copolymers andhomogenous polymers.

Copolymers may include but are not limited to random polymer and blockpolymer.

In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether is apolyalkylene oxide tristyryl phenyl ether. In some embodiments thepolyalkylene oxide tristyryl phenyl ether is polyoxyethylene tristyrylphenyl ether. In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide tristyrylphenyl ether is polyoxyethylene polyoxypropylene tristyryl phenyl ether.

In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether is apolyalkylene oxide distyryl phenyl ether. In some embodiments, thepolyalkylene oxide distyryl phenyl ether is polyoxyethylene distyrylphenyl ether.

In some embodiments, non-ionic derivative of a polyalkylene oxidepolyaryl ether is tristyrylphenol ethoxylate phosphate ester.

In some embodiments, the stabilizing surfactant is a derivative oftristyryl phenol-polyethylene glycol ether.

In some embodiments, the stabilizing surfactant is an anionic derivativeof tristyryl phenol-polyethylene glycol ether.

In some embodiments, the stabilizing surfactant is a non-ionicderivative of tristyryl phenol-polyethylene glycol ether.

In some embodiments, the composition comprises two stabilizingsurfactants and the two stabilizing surfactants are Soprophor® 3D33 andSoprophor® TS/54 (TSP 54).

In some embodiments, the composition comprises two stabilizingsurfactants and both stabilizing surfactants are derivatives ofpolyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether. In some embodiments, the compositioncomprises two stabilizing surfactants wherein one stabilizing surfactantis a non-ionic derivative of polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether and onestabilizing surfactant is an anionic derivative of polyalkylene oxidepolyaryl ether.

In some embodiments, the composition comprises at least two stabilizingsurfactants wherein at least one stabilizing surfactant is a non-ionicderivative of polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether and at least onestabilizing surfactant is an anionic derivative of polyalkylene oxidepolyaryl ether.

In some embodiments, the SC composition comprises two stabilizingsurfactants and the two stabilizing surfactants are Soprophor® 3D33 andSoprophor® TS/54 (TSP 54).

In some embodiments, the SC composition comprises two stabilizingsurfactants and both stabilizing surfactants are derivatives ofpolyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether. In some embodiments, the compositioncomprises two stabilizing surfactants wherein one stabilizing surfactantis a non-ionic derivative of polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether and onestabilizing surfactant is an anionic derivative of polyalkylene oxidepolyaryl ether.

In some embodiments, the SC composition comprises at least twostabilizing surfactants wherein at least one stabilizing surfactant is anon-ionic derivative of polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether and at leastone stabilizing surfactant is an anionic derivative of polyalkyleneoxide polyaryl ether.

In some embodiments, the SE composition comprises two stabilizingsurfactants and the two stabilizing surfactants are Soprophor® 3D33 andSoprophor® TS/54 (TSP 54).

In some embodiments, the SE composition comprises two stabilizingsurfactants and both stabilizing surfactants are derivatives ofpolyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether. In some embodiments, the compositioncomprises two stabilizing surfactants wherein one stabilizing surfactantis a non-ionic derivative of polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether and onestabilizing surfactant is an anionic derivative of polyalkylene oxidepolyaryl ether.

In some embodiments, the SE composition comprises at least twostabilizing surfactants wherein at least one stabilizing surfactant is anon-ionic derivative of polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether and at leastone stabilizing surfactant is an anionic derivative of polyalkyleneoxide polyaryl ether.

In some embodiments, stabilizing surfactant is Soprophor® 3D33.

In some embodiments, stabilizing surfactant is tristyrylphenolethoxylate phosphate ester.

In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether is Soprophor®3D 33 from Solvay.

In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether is Emulsogen®TS 540 from Clariant.

In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether isSoprophor®, TS/54 from Solvay.

In some embodiments, the salt comprising cation is selected from groupconsisting of sodium, potassium ammonium, calcium, magnesium andcombination thereof.

Polyaryl may refer to but is not limited to poly phenyl ethyl phenol andtristyrylphenol.

Polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ethers surfactant refer to non-cappedsurfactants, end-capped surfactants or combination thereof.

In some embodiments, the combination of surfactants comprises a mixtureof a nonionic polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether surfactant and ananionic polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether surfactant. In someembodiments, the nonionic surfactant is tristyrylphenol ethoxylate. Insome embodiments, the anionic surfactant is tristyrylphenol ethoxylatephosphate ether.

In some embodiments, the combination of surfactants comprisestristyrylphenol ethoxylate and tristyrylphenol ethoxylate phosphateether.

In some embodiments, the nonionic polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether is acompound having an ether group substituted with at least two groupscomprising aromatic rings.

In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide group is a polyoxyethylene.In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide group is a polyoxypropylene.In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide group is a block copolymerof polyoxyethylene.

In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide group is a block copolymerof polyoxypropylene.

Polyalkylene oxides may include but are not limited to poly ethoxylatedgroup, poly propoxylated group, poly butoxylated group and anycombination thereof.

Polyalkylene oxides may include but ae not limited to copolymers andhomogenous polymers.

Copolymers may include but are not limited to random polymer and blockpolymer.

In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether is apolyalkylene oxide tristyryl phenyl ether. In some embodiments thepolyalkylene oxide tristyryl phenyl ether is polyoxyethylene tristyrylphenyl ether. In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide tristyrylphenyl ether is polyoxyethylene polyoxypropylene tristyryl phenyl ether.

In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether is apolyalkylene oxide distyryl phenyl ether. In some embodiments, thepolyalkylene oxide distyryl phenyl ether is polyoxyethylene distyrylphenyl ether.

In some embodiments, nonionic derivative of a polyalkylene oxidepolyaryl ether is tristyrylphenol ethoxylate phosphate ester In someembodiments, stabilizing surfactant is Emulsogen®, TS 540.

In some embodiments, nonionic derivative of surfactant is Emulsogen® TS540.

In some embodiments, stabilizing surfactant is Soprophor® TS/54.

In some embodiments, nonionic derivative of a polyalkylene oxidepolyaryl ether is Soprophor® TS/54.

In some embodiments, stabilizing surfactant is anionic derivative oftristyryl phenol-polyethylene glycol ether.

In some embodiments, stabilizing surfactant is nonionic derivative oftristyryl phenol-polyethylene glycol ether.

In some embodiments, the composition comprises a stabilizing system.

In some embodiments, the weight ratio of the non-ionic derivative ofpolyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether and the anionic derivative ofpolyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether is in the range of 0.25:1 to 1:1. Insome embodiments, the weight ratio-of the non-ionic derivative ofpolyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether and the anionic derivative ofpolyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether is in the range of 0.25:1 to 0.5:1. Insome embodiments, the weight ratio of the non-ionic derivative ofpolyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether and the anionic derivative ofpolyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether is about 0.36:1.

In some embodiments, the stable composition comprises at least 0.5% byweight based on the total weight of the composition of the polyalkyleneoxide polyaryl ether stabilizing surfactant(s). In some embodiments, thestable composition comprises from 0.5% to 7% by weight based on thetotal weight of the composition of the polyalkylene oxide polyaryl etherstabilizing surfactant(s). In some embodiments, the stable compositioncomprises from 0.5% to 15% by weight based on the total weight of thecomposition of the polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether stabilizingsurfactant(s). In some embodiments, the stable composition comprisesfrom 0.5% to 25% by weight based on the total weight of the compositionof the polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether stabilizing surfactant(s).

In some embodiments, the weight ratio of the compound of Formula I tothe non-ionic derivative of polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether is from25:1 to 10:1. In some embodiments, the weight ratio of the compound ofFormula I to the anionic derivative of polyalkylene oxide polyaryl etheris from 25:1 to 10:1.

In embodiments, the stabilizing surfactant(s) is effective forincreasing stability of the compound of Formula I in the compositionsdescribed herein compared to liquid composition wherein the compound ofFormula I is soluble. In some embodiments, the stability is chemicalstability. In some embodiments, the stability is physical stability.

(iii) Suitable pH Adjusters

In some embodiments, the composition comprises a pH adjuster.

In some embodiments, the pH adjusters may include but are not limited tobuffers, bases and/or acidifiers.

In some embodiments the pH adjuster is an acid. In some embodiments thepH adjuster is a base.

In some embodiments the pH adjuster is a mixture of at least one baseand at least one acid.

In some embodiments the pH adjuster is a buffer.

Buffers refer to combinations of acids and bases. Acids include but arenot limited to organic and inorganic acids. Bases include but are notlimited to organic and inorganic bases.

Organic acids may include but are not limited to citric acid, formicacid, acetic acid, propionic acid, butyric acid, oxalic acid, lacticacid, malic acid, and benzoic acid.

Inorganic acids may include but are not limited to hydrochloric acid,nitric acid, phosphoric acid, sulfuric acid and boric acid.

Organic bases may include but are not limited to primary and secondaryamines, pyridines, imidazole and any combination thereof.

In some embodiments, the pH adjuster is potassium hydrogen phosphate.

In some embodiments, the pH adjuster is combination of disodium monohydrogen phosphate and potassium hydrogen phosphate.

In some embodiments, the stable liquid composition further comprises abuffer. In some embodiments, the amount of the buffer in the stablecomposition is 1 g/L to 20 g/L. In some embodiments, the stable liquidcomposition further comprises a buffer. In some embodiments, the amountof the buffer in the stable composition is 6 g/L to 15 g/L. In someembodiments, the stable liquid composition further comprises a buffer.In some embodiments, the amount of the buffer in the stable compositionis 7 g/L to 10 g/L. In some embodiments, the concentration of the bufferin the stable composition is about 8.6 g/L.

In some embodiments the buffer is potassium dihydrogenorthophosphate. Insome embodiments, the concentration of potassiumdihydrogenorthophosphate in the stable liquid composition is 1 g/L to 5g/L. In some embodiments, the concentration of potassiumdihydrogenorthophosphate in the stable liquid composition is 1 g/L to 3g/L. In some embodiments, the concentration of potassiumdihydrogenorthophosphate in the stable liquid composition is about 1.7g/L.

In some embodiments the buffer is disodium phosphate anhydrous. In someembodiments, the concentration of disodium phosphate anhydrous in thestable liquid composition is 1 g/L to 10 g/L. In some embodiments, theconcentration of disodium phosphate anhydrous in the stable liquidcomposition is 5 g/L to 10 g/L. In some embodiments, the concentrationof disodium phosphate anhydrous in the stable liquid composition is 5g/L to 8 g/L. In some embodiments, the concentration of disodiumphosphate anhydrous in the stable liquid composition is about 6.9 g/L.

(iv) Suitable Non-Aqueous Liquid Carriers

In some embodiments, the non-aqueous liquid carrier comprises oneorganic solvent.

In some embodiments, the non-aqueous liquid carrier comprises at leasttwo organic solvents.

In some embodiments, the organic solvent is a non-aromatic solvent. Insome embodiments, non-aromatic solvent is an aprotic solvent.

In some embodiments, organic solvent refers to co-solvent.

The solubility of the compound of Formula I in the solvent depends onthe polarity of the solvent. In some embodiments, the polarity of thesolvent between 25-50 (if water is 1M). Solvents (non-aqueous liquidcarriers) can be combined if the polarity of the combination of solventsis between 25-50. In some embodiments, the solubility of water in thesolvent less than 25 g/l. In some embodiments, the solvent has a dipole(D) at 20° C., of less than 10, preferably less than 5. In someembodiments, the solvent has a Log P value of higher than 1.

In some embodiments, the non-aqueous carrier is selected from a groupconsisting of aromatic hydrocarbons, paraffins, petroleum, diesel,mineral oil, ester and/or amide of fatty acids, tall oil fatty acids,and any combination thereof.

In some embodiments, the non-aqueous carrier is an aromatic hydrocarbon.

In some embodiments, the aromatic hydrocarbon is selected from a groupconsisting of toluene, o-xylene, m-xylene, p-xylene, ethylbenzene,isopropylbenzene, tert-butylbenzene, naphthalenes, and mono- orpolyalkyl-substituted naphthalenes.

In some embodiments, the organic solvent is a paraffin.

In some embodiments, the non-aqueous liquid carrier is a vegetable oil.In some embodiments, the vegetable oil is selected from a groupconsisting of olive oil, kapok oil, castor oil, papaya oil, camelliaoil, Canola oil, palm oil, sesame oil, corn oil, rice bran oil, peanutoil, cotton seed oil, soybean oil, rapeseed oil, linseed oil, tung oil,sunflower oil, safflower oil, and tall oil.

In some embodiments, the non-aqueous carrier is an ester of a fattyacid. In some embodiments, the alkyl ester of the fatty acid is C18methyl canolate ester. In some embodiments, the C18 methyl canolateester is Agnique® ME 18RD-F (manufactured and sold by BASF).

In some embodiments, the non-aqueous carrier is an amide of a fattyacid. In some embodiments, the amide of the fatty acid is selected froma group consisting of C₁-C₃ amines, alkylamines and alkanolamines withC₆-C₁₈ carboxylic acids.

In some embodiments, the non-aqueous carrier is an alkyl ester of afatty acid. In some embodiments, the alkyl ester of the fatty acid isselected from a group consisting of C₁-C₄ monohydric alcohol esters ofC₈ to C₂₂ fatty acids such as methyl oleate and ethyl oleate.

Other examples of non-aqueous carriers are methyl fatty acid ester,plant oil alkyl ester, xylene, octanol, acetophenone, cyclohexanone,Solvesso™ (manufactured and sold by ExxonMobil Chemical), N-methylpyrrolidone, tributyl sulphate (TBP), ethyl hexyl lactate (EHL), alkyl(linear or cyclic) amide of fatty acid (natural or synthetic), arylacetate (benzyl acetate), polyethylene carbonate, benzyl acetate, andpropylene carbonate. In some embodiments, the non-aqueous carrier iscyclohexanone. In some embodiments, the non-aqueous carrier isacetophenone. In some embodiments, the non-aqueous carrier is benzylacetate. In some embodiments, the non-aqueous carrier is propylenecarbonate.

(v) Other Additives

Compositions of the present invention may further comprise one or moreadditional agriculturally acceptable inert additives, as known in theart, including but not limited to solid diluents, liquid diluents,wetting agents, adhesives, thickening agents, antifoaming agent,preservative, wetting agent, anti-oxidation agent, binders, fertilizers,or anti-freeze agents. In addition, the present composition may alsofurther comprise additional crop protection agents known in the art, forexample pesticides, safeners, agents for controlling phytopathogenicfungi or bacteria, and the like

In some embodiments, the liquid stable liquid composition furthercomprises a rheology modifier. Rheology modifiers may be used to reducephases separation, to increase the physical stability, and to increasethe viscosity which affect the chemical stability.

In some embodiments, the rheology modifier is Bentone SD®-1 (modifiedbentonite) or Bentone SD®-3 (modified hectorite) (manufactured byElementis). In some embodiments, the amount of Bentone SD®-1 or BentoneSD®-3 in the composition is between 0.5 to 1.0% by weight. In someembodiments, the rheology modifier is Attagel® 50 (manufactured by BASF)and Bentone SD®-1. In some embodiments, the amount of Attagel® 50 in thecomposition is 0.5% by weight and the amount of Bentone SDX-1 in thecomposition is 0.5% by weight. Use of Attagel® 50 (0.5% by weight basedon the total weight of the composition) and Bentone SD®-1 (0.5% byweight based on the total weight of the composition) decreaseddegradation of the compound of Formula I from 7-8% to 4% after 8 weeksof storage at 40° C. The water concentration of the composition shouldbe maintained at less than 0.5%, including when Bentone SD®-1 is used asrheology modifier.

In some embodiments, the rheology modifier is xanthan gum.

In some embodiments, the rheology modifier is a thickener.

In some embodiments, the thickener is a silica thickener.

In some embodiments, the thickener is selected from the group consistingof Aerosil® 200, Aerosil® R972, Aerosil® R202 and any combinationthereof.

In some embodiments, the silica thickener is selected from the groupconsisting of Aerosil® R202, Aerosil® R812 and any combination thereof.

In some embodiments, the amount of Aerosil® R202 in the composition isbetween 1% to 5% by weight based on the total weight of the composition.In some embodiments, the amount of Aerosil® R202 in the composition isbetween 1.7% to 2.5% by weight based on the total weight of thecomposition.

In some embodiments, the amount of Aerosil® R812 in the composition isbetween 1% to 5% by weight based on the total weight of the composition.In some embodiments, the amount of Aerosil®, R812 in the composition isbetween 3.0% to 3.5% by weight based on the total weight of thecomposition.

In some embodiments, the amount of Bentone SD®-1 or Bentone SD®-3 in thecomposition is between 0.5 to 1.0% by weight based on the total weightof the composition.

In some embodiments, the concentration of rheology modifier in thestable liquid composition is 1 g/L to 150 g/L. In some embodiments, theconcentration of rheology modifier in the stable liquid composition is 1g/L to 5 g/L. In some embodiments, the concentration of rheologymodifier in the stable liquid composition is 2.3 g/L. In someembodiments, the concentration of rheology modifier in the stable liquidcomposition is from 0.5 g/L to 130 g/L. In some embodiments, theconcentration of rheology modifier in the stable liquid composition is 3g/L.

In some embodiments, the composition further comprises at least oneadjuvant. In some embodiments, the adjuvant is selected from the groupconsisting of:

(i) polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether:(ii) siloxane polyalkyleneoxide copolymer;(iii) esters of fatty acid:(iv) vinylpyrrolidones and derivatives thereof; and(v) sugar-based surfactants.

Preferred adjuvants are described in more detail below.

In some embodiments, the present invention composition further comprisesadditionally acceptable inert additives. In some embodiments, theagriculturally acceptable inert additives refer but are not limited toanti-oxidation agents, de-foaming agents, dye, pigment, flavoring agent,dispersing agent, synergists, encapsulates, photo-stabilizer, Binder,sticker, water soluble fertilizers, repellents and sensitizers.

In some embodiments, the process further comprises adding least onedispersant.

In some embodiments, the stable liquid composition further comprises adispersant agent. In some embodiments, the concentration of thedispersing agent in the stable liquid composition is from 1 g/L to 200g/L.

In some embodiments, the stable liquid composition further comprises awetting agent. In some embodiments, the wetting agent is sodiumdiisopropylnaphthalene sulphonate. In some embodiments, theconcentration of the wetting agent in the stable composition is from 1g/L to 10 g/L. In some embodiments, the concentration of the wettingagent in the stable composition is 5.5 g/L.

In some embodiments, the stable liquid composition further comprises athickener agent. In some embodiments, the thickener agent is Xanthangum. In some embodiments, the concentration of the thickener agent inthe stable composition is from 0.25 g/L to 10 g/L. In some embodiments,the concentration of the thickener agent in the stable composition is 2g/L.

In some embodiments, the stable liquid composition further comprises ananti-freeze agent. In some embodiments, the anti-freeze agent is1,2-propanediol. In some embodiments, the concentration of anti-freezeagent in the stable composition is from 20 g/L to 70 g/L. In someembodiments, the concentration of antifreeze agent in the composition is57.5 g/L.

In some embodiments, the stable liquid composition further comprises anantifoaming agent. In some embodiments, the concentration of antifoamingagent in the stable composition is from 1 g/L to 5 g/L. In someembodiments the concentration of antifoaming agent in the composition is2 g/L.

In some embodiments, the stable liquid composition further comprises ananti-oxidation agents. Anti-oxidation agents include but are not limitedto clay, BHA, BHT, TBH, Propyl gallate, Sodium thiosulphate, Tocopherol,Pyrogallol and Epichlorohydrin.

In some embodiments, the stable liquid composition further comprises adefoaming agent. Defoaming agents include but are not limited toorganosilicones, EO/PO based defoamers, alkyl polyacrylates.

In some embodiments, the stable liquid composition further comprises adyes. Dyes include but are not limited to acid dye, basic dye, naturaldye, synthetic dye and azo dye.

In some embodiments, the stable liquid composition further comprises awetting agent.

Examples of a wetting agent include but are not limited to di alkylnaphthalene sulfonate, di alkyl sulfosuccinate, metal salt of alkylether sulfonate, alpha olefin sulfonate, N-acyl N-alkyl taurate, linearalkyl benzene sulfonates, carboxylates, sulphates, phosphate esters,polyoxyethylene surfactants, ethoxylated alkyl phenols, ethoxylatedaliphatic alcohols, anhydrosorbitol esters and cetyltrimethylammoniumbromide.

In some embodiments, the stable liquid composition further comprises asurfactant.

Surfactants may include but are not limited to alcohol polyglycol ether,alkyl-end-capped ethoxylate glycol, alkyl-end-capped alkyl blockalkoxylate glycol, dialkyl sulfosuccinate, phosphated esters, alkylsulfonates, alkyl aryl sulfonates, tristyrylphenol alkoxylates, naturalor synthetic fatty acid alkoxylates, natural or synthetic fatty alcoholsalkoxylates, alkoxylated alcohols (such as n-butyl alcohol poly glycolether), block copolymers (such as ethylene oxide-propylene oxide blockcopolymers and ethylene oxide-butylene oxide block copolymers) orcombinations thereof.

In some embodiments, the surfactant is an alkyl-end-capped alkoxylate.In some embodiments, the adjuvant is a methyl-end-capped ethoxylate. Insome embodiments, the adjuvant is a methyl-end-capped tridecylethoxylate. In some embodiments, the adjuvant is a methyl-end-cappedtridecyl ethoxylate with six ethylene oxides.

In some embodiments the surfactant is di isopropyl naphthalenesulfonate.

In some embodiments the composition disclosed herein may includeadditional pesticide.

The disclosed compositions may optionally include combinations that cancomprise at least 1% by weight of one or more of the compositions withanother pesticidal compound. Such additional pesticidal compounds may befungicides, insecticides, nematocides, miticides, arthropodicides,bactericides or combinations thereof that are compatible with thesynergistic compositions of the present disclosure in the mediumselected for application, and not antagonistic to the activity of thepresent compounds. Accordingly, in such embodiments the other pesticidalcompound of Formula I s employed as a supplemental toxicant for the sameor for a different pesticidal use. The pesticidal compound and thesynergistic composition can generally be mixed together in a weightratio of from 1:100 to 100:1.

Mixtures Comprising Compound of Formula I and Adjuvant(s):

Adjuvants are inert chemicals which are added for increasing performanceof the active ingredient and composition thereof. Enhancing the activityof the compound of Formula I is particularly challenging because manydrawbacks were observed such as rapidly drifting, high surface tensionof the drops on the leaf, which dramatically affected and limitedpenetration into the plant.

It was found that applying at least one of the selected adjuvants withthe compound of Formula (I) enhances efficacy of the compound of Formula(I) in controlling fungal attack on a plant. The selected adjuvant(s)may be built-into the compositions comprising the compound for FormulaI. The selected adjuvant(s) may also be added into a tank mix comprisingthe compound for Formula I. Additionally, if more than one adjuvant isused, one or more of the adjuvant(s) may be built-into the compositionwhile other adjuvant(s) are added to the tank mix.

The present invention provides a fungicidal mixture comprising:

-   -   (a) a fungicidally effective amount of a compound of Formula I:

-   -    and    -   (b) at least one adjuvant selected from the group consisting of:        -   (i) polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether;        -   (ii) siloxane polyalkyleneoxide copolymer;        -   (iii) esters of fatty acid;        -   (iv) vinylpyrrolidones and derivatives thereof; and        -   (v) sugar-based surfactants.

In some embodiments, the fungicidal mixture is a composition. In someembodiments, the fungicidal mixture is a tank mix.

In some embodiments, the compound of Formula I is in a composition. Insome embodiments, the compound of Formula I is in a stable, liquidcomposition. The stable, liquid composition of the compound of Formula Iincludes, but is not limited to, the stable, liquid compositionsdisclosed herein. In some embodiments, the stable, liquid composition isa suspension concentrate (SC) composition. In some embodiments, thestable, liquid composition is a suspoemulsion (SE) composition. In someembodiments, the stable, liquid composition is an oil dispersion (OD)composition. In some embodiments, the stable, liquid composition is anemulsifiable concentrate (EC) composition.

In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether is polyalkoxylated alcohol.

In some embodiments, the alkyl of the polyalkylene oxide alkyl ethercomprises, but is not limited to, carbohydrate chain comprising C1-C26.

In some embodiments, the alcohol of the poly alkoxylated alcoholcomprises, but is not limited to, carbohydrate chain of C1-C26.

In some embodiments, the alkyl of the polyalkylene oxide alkyl etherscomprises, but is not limited to, short carbohydrate chain and longcarbohydrate chain.

Carbohydrate chains may refer, but are not limited, to saturated,unsaturated, branched and unbranched chains.

In some embodiments, short chain refers to C1-C8. In some embodiments,long chain refers to C9-C26.

In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide refers but is not limited topolyethylene oxide, polypropylene oxide, polybutylene oxide orcombinations thereof.

In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide includes but is not limitedto copolymers. Copolymer refers to block co-polymers, such aspolyethylene oxide-polypropylene oxide, and/or random co-polymers, suchas ethylene oxide-propylene oxide. In some embodiments, the polyalkyleneoxide block copolymer is di block copolymer. In some embodiments, thepolyalkylene oxide block copolymer is tri block copolymer.

In some embodiments, the tri block copolymer is polyethyleneoxide/polypropylene oxide/polyethylene oxide.

In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether is alkyl endcapped. In some embodiments, the alkyl includes but is not limited toshort carbohydrate chain and long carbohydrate chain. Carbohydratechains may refer but are not limited to saturated, unsaturated, branchedand unbranched chains. In some embodiments, short chain refers to C1-C8.

In some embodiments, polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether is isotridecylalcohol polyglycol ether.

In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether is C16-C18alcohol ethoxylate propoxylate ether.

In some embodiments, the C16-C18 alcohol ethoxylate propoxylate ether isEthylan™ 995 manufactured and sold by Akzo Nobel Agrochemicals. In someembodiments, the C16-C18 alcohol ethoxylate propoxylate ether isAgnique® BP420 manufactured and sold by BASF.

In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether is ethoxylatepropoxylate alcohol.

In some embodiments, the ethoxylate propoxylate alcohol is Synperonic™13/9 manufactured and sold by Croda. In some embodiments, the ethoxylatepropoxylate alcohol is Atplus™ PFA manufactured and sold by Croda.

In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether is iso-tridecylalcohol polyglycol ether.

In some embodiments, the iso-tridecyl alcohol polyglycol ether isGenapol® X80 manufactured and sold by Clariant. In some embodiments, theiso-tridecyl alcohol polyglycol ether is Trycol® manufactured and soldby BASF.

In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether is effective forreducing surface tension of the composition and improving spreading ofthe compound of Formula I on plant leaf. Reducing the surface tensionleads to reduced drifting from the leaf.

In some embodiments, the siloxane polyalkylene oxide copolymer refers toorgano modified trisiloxane.

In some embodiments, the siloxane polyalkylene oxide copolymer isBreak-Thru® S233 from Evonik. In some embodiments, the siloxanepolyalkylene oxide copolymer is Silwett® 077 from Momentive.

In some embodiments, the siloxane polyalkylene oxide copolymer iseffective for reducing surface tension of the composition. Siliconesurfactant was found efficient agent for reducing surface tension andrapidly spread on of the composition over lipophilic surfaces.

In some embodiments, the ester of fatty acid may include but is notlimited to alkyl ester of fatty acid and plant oil.

In some embodiments, the alky ester comprising carbohydrate chaincomprising C10-C20.

In some embodiments, the alkyl includes but is not limited to shortcarbohydrate chain Carbohydrate chains may refer but are not limited tosaturated, unsaturated, branched and unbranched chains.

In some embodiments, short chain refers to C1-C8. In some embodiments,fatty acid alkyl ester is Rhodaphac® PA/23 from Solvay (phosphate esterof ethoxylated fatty alcohol) or Alkamuls® VO/2003 (ethoxylated (18EO)fatty acid) from Solvay.

In some embodiments, the adjuvant is tridecyl alcohol ethoxylated orpolyoxyethylene (9) isotridecanol.

In some embodiments, plant oil includes but is not limited to vegetableoil and derivatives thereof.

In some embodiments, vegetable oil includes but is not limited to seedoil, coconut oil, rape seed oil, castor oil, soybean oil, palm oil andcorn oil.

In some embodiments, derivative of vegetable oil refers to alkyl ester,poly alkylene oxide.

Polyalkylene oxide refers to polyethylene oxide, polypropylene oxide,polybutylene oxide and combination thereof.

In some embodiments, vegetable oil and derivatives thereof include butis not limited to rapeseed oil methylated ester and coconut fatty acidester of polyglycerol ether.

In some embodiments, the adjuvant is a mixture of methylated seed oiland polyglycerol ester.

In some embodiments, the rapeseed oil methylated ester is Agnique® ME 18RDF manufactured and sold by BASF.

In some embodiments, the polyalkylene oxide derivative of vegetable oilis coconut fatty acid ester of polyglycerol ether.

In some embodiments, the coconut fatty acid ester of polyglycerol etheris Synergen® GL5 manufactured and sold by Clariant.

In some embodiments, the ester of fatty acid soften the leafs surfaceproperties for better and efficient penetration of the compound ofFormula I.

In some embodiments, the derivative of vinylpyrrolidones is a blockcopolymer of vinylpyrrolidone and vinyl acetate (VP/VA).

In some embodiments, the block copolymer of vinylpyrrolidone and vinylacetate is Sokalan® VA 64 P manufactured and sold by Ashland.

In some embodiments, the block copolymer of vinylpyrrolidone and vinylacetate is Agrimer™ VA 6 manufactured and sold by Ashland.

In some embodiments, the vinylpyrrolidones (PVP) and derivatives thereofare effective for increasing adherence of the compound of Formula I toplant leaves, for improvement of adhesive and retention properties (e.g,for rain fastness).

Sugar-based surfactants may include but are not limited to sorbitanesters, sucrose esters, alkyl polyglycosides, and fatty acid glucamides.

In some embodiments, the sugar-based surfactant is alkyl or fatty acidderivative of lglucamides.

In some embodiments, the sugar-based surfactant is alkylglucamides.

In some embodiments, the fatty acid glucamide is C8/C10 fatty acidglucose amide.

In some embodiments, the C8/C10 fatty acid glucose amide is Synergen® GAfrom Clariant.

In some embodiments, the sugar-based surfactant is sorbitan andderivatives thereof.

In some embodiments, the derivative of sorbitan is poly ethylene oxidederivative and fatty acid ester.

In some embodiments, the sorbitan is di or tri fatty acid ester. In someembodiments, the derivative of sorbitan is poly ethylene oxidederivative comprising 20 to 80 groups of ethylene oxide.

In some embodiments, the derivative of sorbitan is Tween® 80.

In some embodiments, the sugar-based surfactant affects the leaf surfacefor improving the penetration of the compound of Formula I through theleaf surface.

In some embodiments, the fungicidal mixture comprises a multi adjuvantssystem. Multi adjuvants system refers to blend or any combination ofadjuvants.

In some embodiments, the fungicidal mixture comprises at least twoadjuvants. In some embodiments, the fungicidal mixture comprises atleast three adjuvants.

In some embodiments, the adjuvants affect the penetration in differentmanner. In some embodiments, the adjuvants affect the penetration in thesame manner.

In some embodiments, blend of adjuvant includes but is not limited tocombination of alkyl fatty acid ester and fatty alcohol alkoxylate.

In some embodiments, the combination of alkyl fatty acid ester and fattyalcohol alkoxylate is Synergen® SOC manufactured and sold by Clariant.

In some embodiments, the combination of alkyl fatty acid ester and fattyalcohol alkoxylate is FOP manufactured and sold by Clariant.

In some embodiments, a blend of adjuvant includes but is not limited tocombination of plant oil and/or derivative thereof and sugar-basedsurfactant.

In some embodiments, the amount of compound (I) in the mixture isbetween 1-99.99% by weight.

In some embodiments, the amount of the adjuvant(s) in the mixture isbetween 0.01-95% by weight.

In some embodiments, the range of weight ratio of the compound ofFormula I to the adjuvant(s) is 50:1 to 1:50. In some embodiments, therange of the weight ratio of the compound of Formula I to theadjuvant(s) is 10:1 to 1:10. In some embodiments, the range of theweight ratio of the compound of Formula I to the adjuvant(s) is 5:1 to1:5. In some embodiments, the weight ratio of the compound of Formula Ito the adjuvant(s) is 1:1.

In some embodiments, the range of the volume ratio of the compound ofFormula I to the adjuvant(s) is 50:1 to 1:50. In some embodiments, therange of the volume ratio of the compound of Formula I to theadjuvant(s) is 10:1 to 1:10. In some embodiments, the range of thevolume ratio of the compound of Formula I to the adjuvant(s) is 5:1 to1:5. In some embodiments, the volume ratio of the compound of Formula Ito the adjuvant(s) is 1:1.

In some embodiments, the weight ratio of the compound of Formula I tothe adjuvant having the vinylpyrrolidones and derivative thereofstructure is 25:1.

In some embodiments, the weight ratio of the compound of Formula I tothe adjuvant having the siloxane polyalkyleneoxide copolymer structureis 50:1.

In one embodiment, the weight ratio between the polyalkylene oxide alkylether and compound of Formula I in the mixture is 1:90.

In one embodiment, the weight ratio between the plant oils andderivatives thereof and compound of Formula I in the mixture is 1:90.

In one embodiment, the weight ratio between the vinylpyrrolidones andderivative thereof and compound of Formula I in the mixture is 1:90.

In one embodiment, the weight ratio between the sugar-based surfactantsand compound of Formula I in the mixture is 1:90.

In some embodiments, the range of the weight ratio between the twoadjuvants is 5:1 to 1:5. In some embodiments, the weight ratio ofbetween the two adjuvants is 2:1 to 1:2. In some embodiments, the weightratio of between the two adjuvants is 1:1.

In some embodiments, the range of the weight ratio between the adjuvanthaving the vinylpyrrolidones and derivative thereof structure to theadjuvant having the siloxane polyalkyleneoxide copolymer structure is5:1 to 1:5, In some embodiments, the weight ratio between the adjuvanthaving the vinylpyrrolidones and derivative thereof structure to theadjuvant having the siloxane polyalkyleneoxide copolymer structure is2:1. In some embodiments, the weight ratio between the adjuvant havingthe vinylpyrrolidones and derivative thereof structure to the adjuvanthaving the siloxane polyalkyleneoxide copolymer structure is 1.4:1.

In some embodiments, the range of the weight ratio between the adjuvanthaving the vinylpyrrolidones and derivative thereof structure to theadjuvant having the polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether structure is 10:1 to1:10. In some embodiments, the weight ratio between the adjuvant havingthe vinylpyrrolidones and derivative thereof structure to the adjuvanthaving the polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether structure is 1:5.5.

In some embodiments, the range of the weight ratio between the adjuvanthaving the vinylpyrrolidones and derivative thereof structure to theadjuvant having the ester of fatty acid structure is 5:1 to 1:5. In someembodiments, the weight ratio between the adjuvant having thevinylpyrrolidones and derivative thereof structure to the adjuvanthaving the ester of fatty acid structure is 1:3.7.

In some embodiments, the range of the weight ratio between the adjuvanthaving the polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether structure to the adjuvanthaving the ester of fatty acid structure is 5:1 to 1:5. In someembodiments, the range of the weight ratio between the adjuvant havingthe polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether structure to the adjuvant having theester of fatty acid structure is 1.5:1.

In some embodiments, the range of the weight ratio between the adjuvanthaving the polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether structure to the adjuvanthaving the ester of fatty acid to the adjuvant having thevinylpyrrolidones and derivative thereof structure is 10:5:1 to 1:5:10.In some embodiments, the range of the weight ratio between the adjuvanthaving the polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether structure to the adjuvanthaving the ester of fatty acid to the adjuvant having thevinylpyrrolidones and derivative thereof structure is 5.7:3.76:1.

In some embodiments, the weight ratio range of the two adjuvants in themulti adjuvants system is between 5:1 to 1:5, or 1:3 to 3:1, or 1:2 to2:1 or 1:1.

In some embodiments, the weight ratio of the compound of Formula I andthe adjuvant(s) is 5:1 to 1:5, or 1:3 to 3:1, or 1:2 to 2:1 or 1:1.

In some embodiments, the weight ratio of the compound of Formula I andthe adjuvant(s) in the mixture is 5:1 to 1:5, or 1:3 to 3:1, or 1:2 to2:1 or 1:1.

In some embodiments, in built-in the adjuvant is present in an amount ofat least 0.1% by weight based on the total weight of the composition. Insome embodiments, the adjuvant is present in an amount of at least 10%by weight based on the total weight of the composition. In someembodiments, the adjuvant is present in an amount of at least 15% byweight based on the total weight of the composition. In someembodiments, the adjuvant is present in an amount of up to 30% by weightbased on the total weight of the composition.

In some embodiments, the mixture of the present invention formulated asone composition, called built-in composition. In some embodiments, themixture is formulated into two separate compositions and the compositionare added in tank mix.

In some embodiments the ratio of adjuvant to compound (I) in tank mix isfrom 50:1 to 1:50.

In some embodiments, the range of the volume ratio of the compound offormula I to the adjuvant(s) is 50:1 to 1:50. In some embodiments, therange of the volume ratio of the compound of formula I to theadjuvant(s) is 10:1 to 1:10. In some embodiments, the range of thevolume ratio of the compound of formula I to the adjuvant(s) is 5:1 to1:5.

In some embodiments, the volume ratio of the compound of formula I tothe adjuvant(s) is 1:1.

In some embodiments, the concentration of the adjuvant having thestructure of polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether in the composition/mixtureis at least 3% by weight based on the total weight of the composition.

In some embodiments, the concentration of the adjuvant having thestructure of siloxane polyalkyleneoxide copolymer in thecomposition/mixture is at least 5% by weight based on the total weightof the composition.

In some embodiments, the concentration of the adjuvant having thestructure of ester of fatty acid in the composition/mixture is at least3% by weight based on the total weight of the composition.

In some embodiments, the concentration of the adjuvant having thestructure of vinylpyrrolidones and derivative thereof in thecomposition/mixture is between 0.1% to 2.5% by weight based on the totalweight of the composition.

In some embodiments, the concentration of the adjuvant having thestructure of sugar-based surfactant in the composition/mixture is atleast 3% by weight based on the total weight of the composition.

In some embodiments, when a polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether concentrationin the composition is less than 3% by weight based on the total weightof the composition, the polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether is used as thesurfactant/emulsifier.

In this connection, when a siloxane polyalkyleneoxide copolymerconcentration in the composition less than 5% by weight based on thetotal weight of the composition, the siloxane polyalkyleneoxidecopolymer is used as the surfactant/emulsifier.

In this connection, when an ester of fatty acid concentration in thecomposition is less than 3% by weight based on the total weight of thecomposition, the ester of fatty acid is used as thesurfactant/emulsifier.

In this connection, when a sugar-based surfactant concentration in thecomposition less than 3% by weight based on the total weight of thecomposition, the sugar-based surfactant is used as thesurfactant/emulsifier.

In some embodiment the compositions of compound (I) and/or adjuvant areliquid compositions, solid composition or combination thereof.

Example for liquid composition is a suspension concentration (SC)composition, an oil dispersion (OD) composition or an emulsifiableconcentrate (EC) composition.

In one embodiment, the amount of polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether in themixture of compound of Formula I with adjuvant(s) or in composition,ranges from about 1% to about 5% by weight based on the total weight ofthe composition.

In one embodiment, the amount of siloxane polyalkyleneoxide copolymer inthe mixture of compound of Formula I with adjuvant(s) or in composition,ranges from about 1% to about 5% by weight based on the total weight ofthe composition.

In one embodiment, the amount of fatty acid alkyl esters in the mixtureof compound of Formula I with adjuvant(s) or in composition, ranges fromabout 1% to about 5% by weight based on the total weight of thecomposition.

In one embodiment, the amount of plant oils and derivatives thereof inthe mixture of compound of Formula I with adjuvant(s) or in composition,ranges from about 1% to about 5% by weight based on the total weight ofthe composition.

In one embodiment, the amount of vinylpyrrolidones and derivativethereof in the mixture of compound of Formula I with adjuvant(s) or incomposition, ranges from about 1% to about 5% by weight based on thetotal weight of the composition.

In one embodiment, the amount of sugar-based surfactants in the mixtureof compound of Formula I with adjuvant(s) or in composition, ranges fromabout 1% to about 5% by weight based on the total weight of thecomposition.

In one embodiment, the amount of polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether in themixture of compound of Formula I with adjuvant(s) or in composition,ranges from about 1% to about 5% by weight based on the total weight ofthe composition.

In one embodiment, the amount of siloxane polyalkyleneoxide copolymer inthe mixture of compound of Formula I with adjuvant(s) or in composition,ranges from about 1% to about 5% by weight based on the total weight ofthe composition.

In one embodiment, the amount of fatty acid alkyl esters in the mixtureof compound of Formula I with adjuvant(s) or in composition, ranges fromabout 1% to about 5% by weight based on the total weight of thecomposition.

In one embodiment, the amount of plant oils and derivatives thereof inthe mixture of compound of Formula I with adjuvant(s) or in composition,ranges from about 1% to about 5% by weight based on the total weight ofthe composition.

In one embodiment, the amount of vinylpyrrolidones and derivativethereof in the mixture of compound of Formula I with adjuvant(s) or incomposition, ranges from about 1% to about 5% by weight based on thetotal weight of the composition.

In one embodiment, the amount of sugar-based surfactants in the mixtureof compound of Formula I with adjuvant(s) or in composition, ranges fromabout 1% to about 5% by weight based on the total weight of thecomposition.

In one embodiment, the concentration of polyalkylene oxide alkyl etherin composition comprising compound of Formula I is 5% by weight based onthe total weight of the composition.

In one embodiment, the concentration of siloxane polyalkyleneoxidecopolymer in composition comprising compound of Formula I is 0.1% byweight based on the total weight of the composition.

In one embodiment, the concentration of fatty acid alkyl esters incomposition of compound of Formula I is 5% by weight based on the totalweight of the composition.

In one embodiment, the concentration of plant oils and derivativesthereof in composition comprising compound of Formula I is 6% by weightbased on the total weight of the composition.

In one embodiment, the concentration of vinylpyrrolidones and derivativethereof in composition comprising compound of Formula I is 1.5% byweight based on the total weight of the composition.

In one embodiment, the concentration of sugar-based surfactant incomposition comprising compound of Formula I is 5% by weight based onthe total weight of the composition.

In one embodiment, the amount of polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether in themixture of compound of Formula I with adjuvant(s) or in composition,ranges from about 1% to about 5% by weight based on the total weight ofthe composition

In one embodiment, the amount of siloxane polyalkyleneoxide copolymer inthe mixture of compound of Formula I with adjuvant(s) or in composition,ranges from about 1% to about 5% by weight based on the total weight ofthe composition

In one embodiment, the amount of fatty acid alkyl esters in the mixtureof compound of Formula I with adjuvant(s) or in composition, ranges fromabout 1% to about 5% by weight based on the total weight of thecomposition

In one embodiment, the amount of plant oils and derivatives thereof inthe mixture of compound of Formula I with adjuvant(s) or in composition,ranges from about 1% to about 5% by weight based on the total weight ofthe composition

In one embodiment, the amount of vinylpyrrolidones and derivativethereof in the mixture of compound of Formula I with adjuvant(s) or incomposition, ranges from about 1% to about 5% by weight based on thetotal weight of the composition

In one embodiment, the amount of sugar-based surfactants in the mixtureof compound of Formula I with adjuvant(s) or in composition, ranges fromabout 1% to about 5% by weight based on the total weight of thecomposition

In some embodiments, the concentration of VP/VA in the composition isabout 1-3% by weight based on the total weight of the composition. Insome embodiments, the concentration of VP/VA in the composition is about1.5% by weight based on the total weight of the composition.

In some embodiments, the concentration of PVP in the composition isabout 0.5-1.5% % by weight based on the total weight of the composition.In some embodiments, the concentration of PVP in the composition isabout 0.75-1.25% by weight based on the total weight of the composition.

In some embodiments, the concentration of siloxane polyalkyleneoxidecopolymer in the composition is about 0.25-2.5% by weight based on thetotal weight of the composition. In some embodiments, the concentrationof VP/VA in is about 0.1-2.0% by weight based on the total weight of thecomposition.

In some embodiments, the adjuvants in the multi adjuvant system havesimilar properties.

In some embodiments, the adjuvants in the multi adjuvant system havedifferent properties.

In some embodiments, the adjuvant affects the leafs surface properties.

In some embodiments, the adjuvant affects the composition's physicalproperties.

In some embodiments, one adjuvant or multi adjuvant system/blend affectthe surface tension of the drop/composition/composition after dilution;acts as a sticking agent; improve the spreading of the compound ofFormula I on the leaf.

In some embodiment, the penetration of compound of Formula I isincreased by reducing the surface tension of the composition, thusspreads the formulation on the leafs surface and enhances penetration.

In some embodiments, the adjuvant is used also as solvent, surfactant,wetting agent, dispersant and/or surfactant.

In some embodiments, the composition solvent, surfactant, wetting agent,dispersant and/or surfactant is used also as adjuvant.

In some embodiments, Agnique® ME 18 RD-F (fatty acids, C16-18 andC18-unsaturated, methyl esters) is a solvent and a built-in adjuvant.

In some embodiments. Genapol® x80 (isotridecyl alcohol polyglycol ethernonionic surfactant) is an emulsifier/surfactant and a built inadjuvant.

In some embodiments, Agnique® ME 18 RD-F (fatty acids, C16-18 andC18-unsaturated, methyl esters) is a solvent and a built-in adjuvant inan OD composition.

In some embodiments, Genapol® x80 (isotridecyl alcohol polyglycol ethernonionic surfactant) is an emulsifier/surfactant and a built-in adjuvantin an OD composition.

In some embodiments, solvent Agnique® ME 18 RD-F (fatty acids, C16-18and C18-unsaturated, methyl esters) is also a built-in adjuvant.

In some embodiments, emulsifier/surfactant Genapol®: x80 (isotridecylalcohol polyglycol ether nonionic surfactant) is also a built-inadjuvant.

In some embodiments, solvent Agnique® ME 18 RD-F (Fatty acids, C16-18and C18-unsaturated, methyl esters) in an OD composition is also abuilt-in adjuvant.

In some embodiments, emulsifier/surfactant Genapol® x80 (isotridecylalcohol polyglycol ether nonionic surfactant) in an OD composition isalso a built-in adjuvant.

The compositions are prepared according to procedures which areconventional in the agricultural chemical art, but which are novel andimportant because of the presence therein of the disclosed mixture ofcompound (I) and adjuvant.

Concentrated compositions of the disclosed mixture can be dispersed inwater, or another liquid, for application, or compositions can bedust-like or granular, which can then be applied without furthertreatment or can be dilute before application.

The compositions that are applied most often are aqueous suspensions oremulsions. Either such water-soluble, water-suspendable, or emulsifiablecompositions are solids, usually known as wettable powders, or liquids,usually known as emulsifiable concentrates, aqueous suspensions,suspension concentrates or suspoemulsions. The present disclosurecontemplates all vehicles by which the mixture can be formulated fordelivery and use as a fungicide.

Additional Agrochemicals:

The mixtures and compositions of the present invention may furthercomprise one or more additional agrochemicals.

In some embodiments, the composition of the present invention furthercomprises at least one additional pesticide. In some embodiments, thepesticide is a fungicide, herbicide, insecticide, or nematicide.

In some embodiments, the composition of the present invention furthercomprises at least one additional fungicide. In some embodiments, thefungicidal mixture of the present invention further comprises at leastone additional fungicide.

In some embodiments, the at least one additional fungicide is afungicidal sterol biosynthesis inhibitor.

In some embodiments, the sterol biosynthesis inhibitor is selected fromthe group consisting of prothioconazole, epoxiconazole, cyproconazole,myclobutanil, prochloraz, metconazole, difenoconazole, tebuconazole,tetraconazole, fenbuconazole, propiconazole, fluquinconazole,flusilazole, flutriafol, and fenpropimorph.

In some embodiments, the sterol biosynthesis inhibitor is selected fromthe group consisting of prothioconazole, epoxiconazole, metconazole,difenoconazole, propiconazole, prochloraz, tetraconazole, tebuconazole,fenpropimorph, fenpropidin, ipconazole, triticonazole, spiroxamine,fenhexamid, and fenpyrazamine.

In some embodiments, the sterol biosynthesis inhibitor isprothioconazole. In some embodiments, the sterol biosynthesis inhibitoris epoxiconazole. In some embodiments, the sterol biosynthesis inhibitoris cyproconazole. In some embodiments, the sterol biosynthesis inhibitoris myclobutanil. In some embodiments, the sterol biosynthesis inhibitoris metconazole. In some embodiments, the sterol biosynthesis inhibitoris difenoconazole. In some embodiments, the sterol biosynthesisinhibitor is propiconazole. In some embodiments, the sterol biosynthesisinhibitor is prochloraz. In some embodiments, the sterol biosynthesisinhibitor is tetraconazole. In some embodiments, the sterol biosynthesisinhibitor is tebuconazole. In some embodiments, the sterol biosynthesisinhibitor is fluquinconazole. In some embodiments, the sterolbiosynthesis inhibitor is flusilazole. In some embodiments, the sterolbiosynthesis inhibitor is flutriafol. In some embodiments, the sterolbiosynthesis inhibitor is fenpropimorph. In some embodiments, the sterolbiosynthesis inhibitor is fenpropidin. In some embodiments, the sterolbiosynthesis inhibitor is ipconazole. In some embodiments, the sterolbiosynthesis inhibitor is triticonazole. In some embodiments, the sterolbiosynthesis inhibitor is spiroxamin. In some embodiments, the sterolbiosynthesis inhibitor is fenhexamid. In some embodiments, the sterolbiosynthesis inhibitor is fenpyrazamine. In some embodiments, the sterolbiosynthesis inhibitor is fenbuconazole.

In some embodiments, the at least one additional fungicide is asuccinate dehydrogenase inhibitor.

In some embodiments, the succinate dehydrogenase inhibitor is selectedfrom the group consisting of benzovindiflupyr, penthiopyrad, isopyrazam,fluxapyroxad, boscalid, fluopyram, bixafen, and penflufen.

In some embodiments, the succinate dehydrogenase inhibitor isbenzovindiflupyr. In some embodiments, the succinate dehydrogenaseinhibitor is penthiopyrad. In some embodiments, the succinatedehydrogenase inhibitor is isopyrazam. In some embodiments, thesuccinate dehydrogenase inhibitor is fluxapyroxad. In some embodiments,the succinate dehydrogenase inhibitor is boscalid. In some embodiments,the succinate dehydrogenase inhibitor is fluopyram. In some embodiments,the succinate dehydrogenase inhibitor is bixafen. In some embodiments,the succinate dehydrogenase inhibitor is penflufen.

In some embodiments, the at least one additional fungicide is astrobilurin fungicide.

In some embodiments, the strobilurin fungicide is selected from thegroup consisting of azoxystrobin, pyraclostrobin, picoxystrobin,fluoxastrobin, trifloxystrobin, kresoxim-methyl, dimoxystrobin, andorysastrobin.

In some embodiments, the strobilurin fungicide is selected from thegroup consisting of azoxystrobin, pyraclostrobin, picoxystrobin,fluoxastrobin, and trifloxystrobin.

In some embodiments, the strobilurin fungicide is azoxystrobin. In someembodiments, the strobilurin fungicide is pyraclostrobin. In someembodiments, the strobilurin fungicide is picoxystrobin. In someembodiments, the strobilurin fungicide is fluoxastrobin. In someembodiments, the strobilurin fungicide is trifloxystrobin. In someembodiments, the strobilurin fungicide is kresoxim-methyl. In someembodiments, the strobilurin fungicide is dimoxystrobin. In someembodiments, the strobilurin fungicide is orysastrobin.

In some embodiments, the at least one additional fungicide is afungicidal multisite inhibitor.

In some embodiments, the fungicidal multisite inhibitor is selected froma group consisting of mancozeb, chlorothalonil, folpet, captan, metiram,maneb, propineb, copper hydroxide, copper octanoate, copper oxychloride,copper sulfate, copper sulfate (tribasic), mancopper, oxine-copper,copper bis(3-phenylsalicylate), copper zinc chromate, cuprous oxide,cupric hydrazinium sulfate, and cuprobam.

In some embodiments, the fungicidal multisite inhibitor is mancozeb. Insome embodiments, the fungicidal multisite inhibitor is chlorothalonil.In some embodiments, the fungicidal multisite inhibitor is folpet. Insome embodiments, the fungicidal multisite inhibitor is captan. In someembodiments, the fungicidal multisite inhibitor is metiram. In someembodiments, the fungicidal multisite inhibitor is maneb.

In some embodiments, the fungicidal multisite inhibitor is propineb. Insome embodiments, the fungicidal multisite inhibitor is copperhydroxide, copper octanoate, copper oxychloride, copper sulfate, coppersulfate (tribasic), mancopper, oxine-copper, copperbis(3-phenylsalicylate), copper zinc chromate, cuprous oxide, cuprichydrazinium sulfate, or cuprobam.

In some embodiments, the additional fungicide is selected from the groupconsisting of 2-(thiocyanatomethylthio)-benzothiazole, 2-phenylphenol,8-hydroxyquinoline sulfate, ametoctradin, amisulbrom, antimycin,Ampelomyces quisqualis, azaconazole, azoxystrobin, Bacillus subtilis,Bacillus subtilis strain QST713, benalaxyl, benomyl,benthiavalicarb-isopropyl, benzylaminobenzene-sulfonate (BABS) salt,bicarbonates, biphenyl, bismerthiazol, bitertanol, bixafen,blasticidin-S, borax, Bordeaux mixture, boscalid, bromuconazole,bupirimate, calcium polysulfide, captafol, captan, carbendazim,carboxin, carpropamid, carvone, chlazafenone, chloroneb, chlorothalonil,chlozolinate, Coniothyrium minitans, copper hydroxide, copper octanoate,copper oxychloride, copper sulfate, copper sulfate (tribasic), cuprousoxide, cyazofamid, cyflufenamid, cymoxanil, cyproconazole, cyprodinil,dazomet, debacarb, diammonium ethylenebis-(dithiocarbamate),dichlofluanid, dichlorophen, diclocymet, diclomezine, dichloran,diethofencarb, difenoconazole, difenzoquat ion, diflumetorim,dimethomorph, dimoxystrobin, diniconazole, diniconazole-M, dinobuton,dinocap, diphenylamine, dithianon, dodemorph, dodemorph acetate, dodine,dodine free base, edifenphos, enestrobin, enestroburin, epoxiconazole,ethaboxam, ethoxyquin, etridiazole, famoxadone, fenamidone, fenarimol,fenbuconazole, fenfuram, fenhexamid, fenoxanil, fenpiclonil,fenpropidin, fenpropimorph, fenpyrazamine, fentin, fentin acetate,fentin hydroxide, ferbam, ferimzone, fluazinam, fludioxonil, flumorph,fluopicolide, fluopyram, fluoroimide, fluoxastrobin, fluquinconazole,flusilazole, flusulfamide, flutianil, flutolanil, flutriafol,fluxapyroxad, folpet, formaldehyde, fosetyl, fosetyl-aluminum,fuberidazole, furalaxyl, furametpyr, guazatine, guazatine acetates,GY-81, hexachlorobenzene, hexaconazole, hymexazol, imazalil, imazalilsulfate, imibenconazole, iminoctadine, iminoctadine triacetate,iminoctadine tris(albesilate), iodocarb, ipconazole, ipfenpyrazolone,iprobenfos, iprodione, iprovalicarb, isoprothiolane, isopyrazam,isotianil, kasugamycin, kasugamycin hydrochloride hydrate,kresoxium-methyl, laminarin, mancopper, mancozeb, mandipropamid, maneb,mefenoxam, mepanipyrim, mepronil, meptyl-dinocap, mercuric chloride,mercuric oxide, mercurous chloride, metalaxyl, metalaxyl-M, metam,metam-ammonium, metam-potassium, metam-sodium, metconazole,methasulfocarb, methyl iodide, methyl isothiocyanate, metiram,metominostrobin, metrafenone, mildiomycin, myclobutanil, nabam,nitrothal-isopropyl, nuarimol, octhilinone, ofurace, oleic acid (fattyacids), orysastrobin, oxadixyl, oxine-copper, oxpoconazole fumarate,oxycarboxin, pefurazoate, penconazole, pencycuron, penflufen,pentachlorophenol, pentachlorophenyl laurate, penthiopyrad,phenylmercury acetate, phosphonic acid, phthalide, picoxystrobin,polyoxin B, polyoxins, polyoxorim, potassium bicarbonate, potassiumhydroxyquinoline sulfate, probenazole, prochloraz, procymidone,propamocarb, propamocarb hydrochloride, propiconazole, propineb,proquinazid, prothioconazole, pyraclostrobin, pyrametostrobin,pyraowstrobin, pyrazophos, pyribencarb, pyributicarb, pyrifenox,pyrimethanil, pyriofenone, pyroquilon, quinoclamine, quinoxyfen,quintozene, Reynoutria sachalinensis extract, sedaxane, silthiofam,simeconazole, sodium 2-phenylphenoxide, sodium bicarbonate, sodiumpentachlorophenoxide, spiroxamine, sulfur, SYP-Z048, tar oils,tebuconazole, tebufloquin, tecnazene, tetraconazole, thiabendazole,thifluzamide, thiophanate-methyl, thiram, tiadinil, tolclofos-methyl,tolylfluanid, triadimefon, triadimenol, triazoxide, tricyclazole,tridemorph, trifloxystrobin, triflumizole, triforine, triticonazole,validamycin, valifenalate, valiphenal, vinclozolin, zineb, ziram,zoxamide, Candida oleophila, Fusarium oxysporum, Gliocladium spp.Phlebiopsis gigantea, Streptomyces griseoviridis, Trichoderma spp.,(RS)—N-(3,5-dichlorophenyl)-2-(methoxymethyl)-succinimide,1,2-dichloropropane, 1,3-dichloro-1,1,3,3-tetrafluoroacetone hydrate,1-chloro-2,4-dinitronaphthalene, 1-chloro-2-nitropropane,2-(2-heptadecyl-2-imidazolin-1-yl)ethanol,2,3-dihydro-5-phenyl-1,4-dithi-ine 1,1,4,4-tetraoxide,2-methoxvethylmercury acetate, 2-methoxyethylmercury chloride,2-methoxyethylmercury silicate, 3-(4-chlorophenyl)-5-methylrhodanine,4-(2-nitroprop-1-enyl)phenyl thiocyanateme, ampropylfos, anilazine,azithiram, barium polysulfide, Bayer 32394, benodanil, benquinox,bentaluron, benzamacril, benzamacril-isobutyl, benzamorf, binapacryl,bis(methylmercury) sulfate, bis(tributyltin) oxide, buthiobate, cadmiumcalcium copper zinc chromate sulfate, carbamorph, CECA, chlobenthiazone,chloraniformethan, chlorfenazole, chlorquinox, climbazole, copperbis(3-phenylsalicylate), copper zinc chromate, cufraneb, cuprichydrazinium sulfate, cuprobam, cyclafuramid, cypendazole, cyprofuram,decafentin, dichlone, dichlozoline, diclobutrazol, dimethirimol,dinocton, dinosulfon, dinoterbon, dipyrithione, ditalimfos, dodicin,drazoxolon, EBP, ESBP, etaconazole, etem, ethirim, fenaminosulf,fenapanil, fenitropan, fluotrimazole, furcarbanil, furconazole,furconazole-cis, furmecyclox, furophanate, glyodine, griseofulvin,halacrinate. Hercules 3944, hexylthiofos, ICIA0858, isopamphos,isovaledione, mebenil, mecarbinzid, metazoxolon, methfuroxam,methylmercury dicyandiamide, metsulfovax, milneb, mucochloric anhydride,myclozolin, N-3,5-dichlorophenyl-succinimide,N-3-nitrophenylitaconimide, natamycin,N-ethylmercurio-4-toluenesulfonanilide, nickelbis(dimethyldithiocarbamate). OCH, phenylmercurydimethyldithiocarbamate, phenylmercury nitrate, phosdiphen, prothiocarb,prothiocarb hydrochloride, pyracarbolid, pyridinitril, pyroxychlor,pyroxyfur, quinacetol, quinacetol sulfate, quinazamid, quinconazole,rabenzazole, salicylanilide, SSF-109, sultropen, tecoram, thiadifluor,thicyofen, thiochlorfenphim, thiophanate, thioquinox, tioxymid,triamiphos, triarimol, triazbutil, trichlamide, urbacid, zarilamid, andany combinations thereof.

Synergistic compositions comprising the compound of Formula I, and usesthereof, are described in U.S. Pat. No. 9,526,245 (issued Dec. 27,2016), U.S. Pat. No. 10,045,533 (issued Aug. 14, 2018), U.S. Pat. No.9,532,570 (issued Jan. 3, 2017), U.S. Pat. No. 10,045,534 (issued Aug.14, 2018), U.S. Pat. No. 9,538,753 (issued Jan. 10, 2017), and U.S. Pat.No. 10,051,862 (issued Aug. 21, 2018), the entire content of each ofwhich is hereby incorporated by reference.

In some embodiments, the composition of the present invention furthercomprises at least one plant health stimulator. In some embodiments, thefungicidal mixture of the present invention further comprises at leastone plant health stimulator.

In some embodiments, the plant health stimulator is selected from thegroup consisting of organic compounds, inorganic fertilizers ormicronutrient donors, biocontrol agents and inoculants.

Uses and Applications of the Compositions Described Herein:

The present invention also provides a method for the control and/orprevention of fungal pathogen attack on a plant comprising applying anyone of the compositions or mixtures described herein to soil, plant,root, foliage, seed, locus of the fungus, and/or a locus in which theinfestation is to be prevented so as to thereby control and/or preventfungal pathogen attack on a plant.

The present invention also provides any one of the compositions ormixtures described herein for use in controlling and/or preventingfungal attack on a plant.

The present invention also provides use of any one of the compositionsor mixtures described herein for controlling and/or preventing fungalattack on a plant.

The present invention also provides a method for the control and/orprevention of plant and/or soil fungal diseases comprising applying anyone of the compositions or mixtures described herein to soil, plant,root, foliage, seed, locus of the fungus, and/or a locus in which theinfestation is to be prevented so as to thereby control and/or preventplant and/or soil fungal diseases.

The present invention also provides any one of the compositions ormixtures described herein for use in controlling and/or preventing plantand/or soil fungal diseases.

The present invention also provides use of any one of the compositionsor mixtures described herein for controlling and/or preventing plantand/or soil fungal diseases.

In some embodiments, the composition or mixture is applied to a portionof a plant, an area adjacent to a plant, soil in contact with a plant,soil adjacent to a plant, any surface adjacent to a plant, any surfacein contact with a plant, a seed, and/or equipment used in agriculture.

In some embodiments, the composition or mixture is applied at an amountin the range of 5 g/ha to 150 g/ha of the compound of Formula I. In someembodiments, the composition or mixture is applied at an amount of 6.25g/ha of the compound of Formula I. In some embodiments, the compositionor mixture is applied at an amount of 10 g/ha of the compound of FormulaI. In some embodiments, the composition or mixture is applied at anamount of 12.5 g/ha of the compound of Formula I. In some embodiments,the composition or mixture is applied at an amount of 20 g/ha of thecompound of Formula I. In some embodiments, the composition or mixtureis applied at an amount of 75 g/ha of the compound of Formula I. In someembodiments, the composition or mixture is applied at an amount of 100g/ha of the compound of Formula I. In some embodiments, the compositionor mixture is applied at an amount of 125 g/ha of the compound ofFormula I.

In some embodiments, the composition or mixture is applied at the timeof planting.

In some embodiments, the composition or mixture is applied 1 to 60day(s) after planting.

In some embodiments, the composition or mixture is applied 1 to 9month(s) after planting.

In some embodiments, the composition or mixture is applied once during agrowth season.

In some embodiments, the composition or mixture is applied at least onetime during a growth season.

In some embodiments, the composition or mixture is applied two or moretimes during a growth season.

In some embodiments, the composition or mixture is applied as a foliar,seed treatment and/or a soil application.

The present invention also provides a method of controlling and/orpreventing fungal pathogen attack on a plant comprising applying afungicidally effective amount of a compound having Formula (I):

and at least one adjuvant to soil, plant, root, foliage, seed, locus ofthe fungus, and/or a locus in which the infestation is to be preventedso as to thereby control and/or prevent fungal pathogen attack on theplant, wherein the adjuvant is selected from the group consisting of:

-   -   (i) polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether;    -   (ii) siloxane polyalkyleneoxide copolymer;    -   (iii) esters of fatty acid;    -   (iv) vinylpyrrolidones and derivatives thereof; and    -   (v) sugar-based surfactants.

The present invention also provides a method of controlling and/orpreventing plant and/or soil fungal diseases comprising applying afungicidally effective amount of a compound having Formula (I):

and at least one adjuvant to soil, plant, root, foliage, seed, locus ofthe fungus, and/or a locus in which the infestation is to be preventedso as to thereby control and/or prevent plant and/or soil fungaldiseases, wherein the adjuvant is selected from the group consisting of:

-   -   (i) polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether;    -   (ii) siloxane polyalkyleneoxide copolymer;    -   (iii) esters of fatty acid;    -   (iv) vinylpyrrolidones and derivatives thereof: and    -   (v) sugar-based surfactants.

The present invention provides a method for improving biologicalactivity of a compound of Formula I against fungal pathogen, the methodcomprising applying the compound of Formula I:

in presence of at least one adjuvant, wherein the adjuvant is selectedfrom the group consisting of:

-   -   (i) polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether;    -   (ii) siloxane polyalkyleneoxide copolymer;    -   (iii) esters of fatty acid;    -   (iv) vinylpyrrolidones and derivatives thereof; and    -   (v) sugar-based surfactants    -   so as to thereby improve biological activity of the compound of        Formula I.

In some embodiments, the compound of Formula I is applied in thepresence of at least two adjuvants.

The present invention also provides use of a compound having Formula(I):

and at least one adjuvant selected from the group consisting of:

-   -   (i) polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether;    -   (ii) siloxane polyalkyleneoxide copolymer;    -   (iii) esters of fatty acid;    -   (iv) vinylpyrrolidones and derivatives thereof; and    -   (v) sugar-based surfactants,        for (a) controlling and/or preventing fungal pathogen attack on        a plant and/or (b) controlling and/or preventing plant and/or        soil fungal diseases.

The present invention also provides a compound having Formula (I):

and at least one adjuvant selected from the group consisting of:

-   -   (i) polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether;    -   (ii) siloxane polyalkyleneoxide copolymer;    -   (iii) esters of fatty acid;    -   (iv) vinylpyrrolidones and derivatives thereof, and    -   (v) sugar-based surfactants,        for use in (a) controlling and/or preventing fungal pathogen        attack on a plant and/or (b) controlling and/or preventing plant        and/or soil fungal diseases.

The present invention provides use of at least one adjuvant selectedfrom the group consisting of:

-   -   (i) polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether;    -   (ii) siloxane polyalkyleneoxide copolymer;    -   (iii) esters of fatty acid;    -   (iv) vinylpyrrolidones and derivatives thereof; and    -   (v) sugar-based surfactants        for improving the biological activity of the compound of Formula        (I):

The present invention provides an adjuvant selected from the groupconsisting of:

-   -   (i) polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether;    -   (ii) siloxane polyalkyleneoxide copolymer;    -   (iii) esters of fatty acid;    -   (iv) vinylpyrrolidones and derivatives thereof, and    -   (v) sugar-based surfactants        for use in improving the biological activity of the compound of        Formula (I):

Preferred adjuvants are described herein above.

In some embodiments, the compound of Formula I and the adjuvant areapplied simultaneously. In some embodiments, the compound of Formula Iand the adjuvant are applied sequentially.

In some embodiments, the compound of Formula I and the adjuvant(s) areapplied separately. In some embodiments, the compound of Formula I andthe adjuvant are applied together. In some embodiments, the compound ofFormula I and the adjuvant are applied together as a tank mix. In someembodiments, the compound of Formula I and the adjuvant are formulatedas a single composition. In some embodiments.

Adjuvants that are formulated with the compound of Formula I in acomposition are built-in adjuvants. Adjuvants that are tank mixed withthe compound of Formula I or applied separately, for example viaseparate spraying, are add-on adjuvants.

In some embodiments, two or more adjuvants are applied wherein at leastone of the adjuvants is a built-in adjuvant and at least one of theadjuvants is an add-on adjuvant.

In some embodiments, the compound of Formula I is applied at an amountin the range of 5 g/ha to 150 g/ha. In some embodiments, the compound ofFormula I is applied at an amount of 10 g/ha.

The compound of Formula I and compositions and mixtures comprising thecompound of Formula I may be applied to control and/or prevent a varietyof fungal pathogen and diseases associated therewith. In someembodiments, the fungal pathogen is one of Leaf Blotch of Wheat(Mycosphaerella graminicola; anamorph: Zymoseptoria tritici), WheatBrown Rust (Puccinia triticina), Stripe Rust (Puccinia striiformis f.sp. tritici), Scab of Apple (Venturia inaequalis), Blister Smut of Maize(Ustilago maydis), Powdery Mildew of Grapevine (Uncinula necator),Barley scald (Rhynchosporium secalis), Blast of Rice (Magnaporthegrisea), Rust of Soybean (Phakopsora pachyrhizi), Glume Blotch of Wheat(Leptosphaeria nodorum), Powdery Mildew of Wheat (Blumeria graminis f.sp. tritici), Powdery Mildew of Barley (Blumeria graminis f. sp.hordei), Powdery Mildew of Cucurbits (Erysiphe cichoracearum),Anthracnose of Cucurbits (Glomerella lagenarium), Leaf Spot of Beet(Cercospora beticola), Early Blight of Tomato (Alternaria solani), andNet Blotch of Barley (Pyrenophora teres).

In some embodiments, the fungal pathogen is one of Leaf Blotch of Wheat(Mycosphaerella graminicola; anamorph: Zymoseptoria tritici), WheatBrown Rust (Puccinia triticina), Stripe Rust (Puccinia striiformis f.sp. tritici), Scab of Apple (Venturia inaequalis), Blister Smut of Maize(Ustilago maydis). Powdery Mildew of Grapevine (Uncinula necator),Barley scald (Rhynchosporium secalis), Blast of Rice (Magnaporthegrisea), Rust of Soybean (Phakopsora pachyrhizi), Glume Blotch of Wheat(Leptosphaeria nodorum), Powdery Mildew of Wheat (Blumeria graminis f.sp. tritici), Powdery Mildew of Barley (Blumeria graminis f. sp.hordei), Powdery Mildew of Cucurbits (Erysiphe cichoracearum),Anthracnose of Cucurbits (Glomerella lagenarium), Leaf Spot of Beet(Cercospora heticola), Early Blight of Tomato (Alternaria solani), andNet Blotch of Barley (Pyrenophora teres).

In some embodiments, the fungal pathogen is Zymoseptoria tritici.

In some embodiments, the plant or soil disease is one of Septoria, Brownrust, Yellow rust, Powdery Mildew, Rhynchosporium, Pyrenophora,Microduchium majus, Sclerotinia, Downy mildew, Phytophthora, Cercosporeabeticola, Ramularia, ASR. Sigatoka negra.

The methods of the present invention refer to any crop plants, includingbut not limited to monocotyledons such as sugar cane cereals, rice,maize (corn), and/or; or dicotyledon crop such as beets (such as sugarbeet or fodder beet); fruits (such as pomes, stone fruits, or softfruits, for example apples, pears, plums, peaches, almonds, cherries,strawberries, raspberries, or blackberries); leguminous plants (such asbeans, lentils, peas, or soybeans); oil plants (such as rape, mustard,poppy, olives, sunflowers, coconut, castor oil plants, cocoa beans, orgroundnuts); cucumber plants (such as marrows, cucumbers or melons);fiber plants (such as cotton, flax, hemp, or jute); citrus fruits (suchas oranges, lemons, grapefruit, or mandarins); vegetables (such asspinach, lettuce, cabbages, carrots, tomatoes, potatoes, cucurbits, orpaprika): lauraceae (such as avocados, cinnamon, or camphor); tobacco:nuts; coffee; tea; vines: hops; durian; bananas; natural rubber plants;and ornamentals (such as flowers, shrubs, broad-leaved trees, orevergreens, for example conifers).

In some embodiments, the plants are monocotyledonous plants, morepreferably, cereals. In a specific embodiment, the cereal crop is wheat.In another specific embodiment, the cereal crop is triticale. In anotherspecific embodiment, the cereal crop is rye. In another specificembodiment, the cereal crop is oat. In a further embodiment, the cerealcrop is barley. In another embodiment, the crop plants are rice plants.In still another embodiment, the crop plants are sugar cane plants. Inyet another embodiment, the crop plants are corn plants.

In another embodiment, the crop plants are dicotyledonous plants.

In one embodiment, the crop plants are oil seed rape plants.

The compound of Formula I and compositions therefor may also be used asseed treatment to prevent or control phytopathogenic fungi as describedin U.S. Patent Application Publication No. 2018-0000082 (published Jan.4, 2018), the entire content of which is hereby incorporated byreference into this application.

The subject invention also provides a method for the control orprevention of fungal attack on a plant or protecting a plant from fungalattack, the method comprising applying any one of the compositions ormixtures disclosed herein to a seed adapted to produce the plant.

The subject invention also provides a method of treating a plant seed orseedling to produce a plant resistant to fungal attack, the methodcomprising applying any one of the compositions or mixtures disclosedherein to the plant seed or seedling.

The subject invention also provides a method of protecting a plant fromfungal attack, the method comprising applying any one of thecompositions or mixtures disclosed herein to the seedling environment.

The subject invention also provides a plant resistant to fungal attack,wherein the plant seed is treated with any one of the compositions ormixtures disclosed herein.

The subject invention also provides a plant seed or seedling adapted toproduce a plant resistant to fungal attack, wherein the plant seed orseedling is treated with any one of the compositions or mixturesdisclosed herein.

The subject invention also provides a package comprising any one of thecompositions or mixtures disclosed herein.

The subject invention also provides use of any one of the mixturesdisclosed herein for manufacturing a fungicidal composition. The subjectinvention also provides use of any one of the mixtures disclosed hereinfor manufacturing any one of the compositions disclosed herein.

Method of Increasing Stability of Liquid Compositions Comprising theCompound of Formula I:

The present invention also provides a method for increasing stability ofa liquid composition comprising a compound of Formula I:

and a liquid carrier, wherein the method comprises;

-   -   a) selecting a liquid carrier wherein the solubility of the        compound of Formula I in the liquid carrier is less than 5000        ppm,    -   b) maintaining the pH value of the composition in the range of 5        to 7.5, c) maintaining the water content of the composition to        less than 0.5% by weight based on the total weight of the        composition,    -   d) adding (i) at least one stabilizing surfactant having crystal        growth inhibiting property or (ii) a stabilizing system having a        crystal growth inhibiting property to the liquid composition,        and/or    -   e) formulating the composition to have a viscosity of at least        500 cP,        so as to thereby increase stability of the composition        comprising the compound of Formula I.

The present invention also provides a method for increasing stability ofa liquid composition comprising a compound of Formula I:

and a liquid carrier, wherein the method comprises selecting a liquidcarrier wherein the solubility of the compound of Formula I in theliquid carrier is less than 5000 ppm.

In some embodiments, the solubility of compound of Formula I in theliquid carrier is less than 1000 ppm. In some embodiments, thesolubility of compound of Formula I in the liquid carrier is about 200ppm. In some embodiments, the solubility of compound of Formula I in theliquid carrier is about 80 ppm.

The present invention also provides a method for increasing stability ofa liquid composition comprising a compound of Formula I:

and a liquid carrier, wherein the method comprises maintaining the pHvalue of the composition in the range of 5 to 7.5.

In some embodiments, the pH of the composition is measured withoutfurther dilution or wetting. In some embodiments, the pH is measuredafter dilution or wetting with water.

In some embodiment, the pH of the composition is about 5. In someembodiments, the pH of the composition is about 5.5, in someembodiments, the pH of the composition is about 5.8. In someembodiments, the pH of the composition is about 6, In some embodiments,the pH of the composition is about 6.5, In some embodiments, the pH ofthe composition is about 7. In some embodiments, the pH of thecomposition is about 7.5.

In some embodiments, the method comprises adding a pH adjuster to theliquid composition.

The present invention also provides use of pH adjuster for increasingthe stability of an aqueous suspension concentrate (SC) compositioncomprising a compound of Formula I:

The present invention also provides use of pH adjuster for increasingthe stability of an aqueous suspoemulsion (SE) composition comprising acompound of Formula I:

The present invention also provides a method for increasing stability ofa liquid composition comprising a compound of Formula I:

and a liquid carrier, wherein the method comprises maintaining the watercontent of the composition to less than 0.5% by weight based on thetotal weight of the composition.

The present invention also provides a method for increasing stability ofa liquid composition comprising a compound of Formula I:

and a liquid carrier, wherein the method comprises adding (i) at leastone stabilizing surfactant having crystal growth inhibiting property or(ii) a stabilizing system having a crystal growth inhibiting property tothe liquid composition.

In some embodiments, the stabilizing surfactant is a nonionic derivativeof polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether. In some embodiments, thestabilizing surfactant is an anionic derivative of polyalkylene oxidepolyaryl ether.

In some embodiments, at least two stabilizing surfactants are added. Insome embodiments, the at least two stabilizing surfactants comprise atleast one nonionic derivative of polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether andat least one anionic derivative of polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether.

The present invention also provides use of at least one stabilizingsurfactant having structure of polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether forcontrolling solubility and/or degradation of compound of Formula I:

In some embodiments, the stabilizing surfactant having structure ofpolyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether is a non-ionic derivative ofpolyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether. In some embodiments, the stabilizingsurfactant having structure of polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether is ananionic derivative of polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether.

In some embodiments, the method further comprises selecting a liquidcarrier wherein the solubility of the compound of Formula I in theliquid carrier is less than 5000 ppm.

In some embodiments, the method further comprises maintaining the pHvalue of the composition in the range of 5 to 7.5.

In some embodiments, the method further comprises maintaining the watercontent of the composition to less than 0.5% by weight based on thetotal weight of the composition.

In some embodiments, the method further comprises adding (i) at leastone stabilizing surfactant having crystal growth inhibiting property or(ii) a stabilizing system having a crystal growth inhibiting property tothe liquid composition.

The present invention also provides a method for increasing stability ofa liquid composition comprising a compound of Formula I:

and a liquid carrier, wherein the method comprises formulating thecomposition to have a viscosity of at least 5(0) cP.

In some embodiments, the stable liquid composition is a suspensionconcentrate (SC) composition.

In some embodiments, the stable composition is a suspoemulsion (SE)composition.

In some embodiments, the stable liquid composition is an oil dispersion(OD) composition.

In some embodiments, the stable liquid composition is an emulsifiableconcentrate (EC) composition.

In some embodiments, the mixture or composition is diluted beforeapplication. In some embodiments, the mixture or composition is dilutedwith water. The rate of application of the diluted mixture orcomposition depends on the concentration of active ingredient(s) in themixture or composition prior to dilution. Generally, the diluted mixtureor composition is applied at a rate of about 5 L/ha to about 120 L/ha.

Process of Phenamine Composition Comprising the Compound of Formula I

The present invention provides a process for preparing the suspensionconcentrate (SC) composition disclosed herein, the process comprises thesteps:

-   -   (1) mixing the agriculturally acceptable inert additives and an        aqueous liquid carrier to obtain a premix;    -   (2) adding the compound of Formula I to the premix obtained in        step (1) to obtain a mixture: and    -   (3) milling the resulting mixture of step (2) to obtain the        desired composition.

In some embodiments, the process comprises adding additional additive tothe mixture of step (2) prior to milling the mixture.

The present invention provides a process for preparing the suspoemulsion(SE) composition disclosed herein, the process comprises the steps;

-   -   (1) mixing the agriculturally acceptable inert additives and an        aqueous liquid carrier to obtain a premix;    -   (2) adding the compound of Formula I and at least one adjuvant        to the premix obtained in step (1) to obtain a mixture: and    -   (3) milling the resulting mixture of step (2) to obtain the        desired composition.

In some embodiments, step (1) comprises adding a non-aqueous liquidcarrier. In some embodiments, step (2) comprises adding a non-aqueousliquid carrier. In some embodiments, the adjuvant added in step (2) is anon-aqueous liquid carrier.

The present invention provides a process for preparing the oildispersion (OD) composition disclosed herein, the process comprises thesteps:

-   -   (1) mixing the agriculturally acceptable inert additives and a        non-aqueous liquid carrier to obtain a premix,    -   (2) adding the compound of Formula I to the premix obtained in        step (1) to obtain a mixture; and    -   (3) milling the resulting mixture of step (2) to obtain the        desired composition.

The present invention provides a process for preparing the emulsifiableconcentrate (EC) composition disclosed herein, the process comprises thesteps:

-   -   (1) mixing the agriculturally acceptable inert additives and a        non-aqueous liquid carrier to obtain a premix;    -   (2) adding the compound of Formula I to the premix obtained in        step (1) to obtain a mixture: and    -   (3) filtering the solution of step (2) to obtain the desired        composition.

Each embodiment disclosed herein is contemplated as being applicable toeach of the other disclosed embodiments. Thus, all combinations of thevarious elements described herein are within the scope of the invention.In addition, when lists are provided, the list is to be considered as adisclosure of any one member of the list.

This invention will be better understood by reference to theExperimental Details which follow, but those skilled in the art willreadily appreciate that the specific experiments detailed are onlyillustrative of the invention as described more fully in the claimswhich follow thereafter. The invention is illustrated by the followingexamples without limiting it thereby.

EXPERIMENTAL SECTION

Compound of Formula I can be prepared as described in WO2015/103144 andWO2015/103142.

Preparing a stable composition comprising the compound of Formula I ischallenging due to the high sensitivity of the compound. Numerousattempts were made to stabilize the composition. Some of the results aredescribed below.

The compound of Formula I was combined with adjuvant(s) as tank mixesand/or as built-in compositions. Different types of adjuvants withdifferent compositions were tested.

The adjuvants which were tested were polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP),vinylpyrrolidone and vinyl acetate block copolymer (VP/VA), siloxanepolyalkyleneoxide copolymer (Silwett® L-077), tridecyl alcoholethoxylated 13/9 (Trycol®), alkoxylated alcohol (Agnique®, BP420) andfatty acid methyl ester (Agnique® ME 18 RDF).

Example 1: 450 SC Composition with No Adjuvant

A suspension concentrate (SC) formulation containing 450 g/L of thecompound of Formula I and no adjuvant was prepared as follow:

Step I: Preparation of Agriculturally Acceptable Inert Additives Premix

Soft water and Van Gel® B were charged to the vessel and mixed (highshear) to form a solution. The content of the vessel was heated to 60°C. SOPROPHOR® TS/54 (TSP 54) was heated to 50-60° C., and addedgradually to the vessel. Supragil® WP, Soprophor® 3D33, KH₂PO₄, Na₂HPO₄and SAG 1572 were then added to the homogeneous solution.

Step II: Preparation of the Compound of Formula I

The compound of Formula I (40% W/W) was added to the premix with thesurfactants inside, the suspension was milled in a bead mill (0.8-1.2 mmbeads) until a particle size distribution of d90<5 μm was reached. Themilled suspension was drained from the reactor to new vessel.

Step III: Finalization of the Composition

Propylene glycol was added to the milled suspension and mixed until auniform suspension was obtained. Soft water and AgRH 23 2% solution wereadded to the suspension while mixing until a viscosity of 1600-2200 cPwas reached. Mixing was continued until a homogenous solution wasobtained. Viscosity was measured by viscometer according to CIPAC methodMT 192.

The composition is summarized in Table 1.

TABLE 1 450 SC composition of the compound of Formula I and no adjuvantAmount for Ingredient trade name Chemical name and CAS No. 1000 L (kg)Compound of 5-fluoro-4-imino-3methyl-1-[4- 450 kg Formula I tech. asmethylphenyl)sulfonyl]-3,4- (469 kg 100% of ADAMAdohydropyrimidin-2(1H)-one for 96%) Makhteshim LTD. CAS No. N/ASupragil ® WP Sodium  5.9 Kg of Solvay or DiisopropylnaphthaleneSURFOM ® HRB sulphonate of OXITENO CAS No. 1322-93-6 Soprophor ® 3POLYARYLPHENYL 47.0 kg D 33 of Solvay ETHER PHOSPHATE CAS No.90093-37-1, 99734-09-5, 7664-38-2 Emulsogen ® TS Tristyryl phenol- 17.5Kg 540 of Clariant or polyethylene glycol ether SOPROPHOR ® CAS No.70559-25-0 TS/54 of Solvay (of Clariant) CAS No. 104376-75-2 (of Solvay)SAG ™ 1572 Polydimethylsiloxane  2.0 Kg of Momentive emulsionPerformance CAS No. N/A, 56-81-5 Materials GmbH (Glycerine) MPG-MPG USPof 1,2-propanediol 23.5 Kg INEOS OXIDE or CAS No, 57-55-6 MPG IndustrialTG of SHELL EASTERN CHEMICALS or Propylene Glycol Industrial Grade ofDOW MKP (Mono KH₂PO₄ (Potassium  1.7 Kg potassiumdihydrogenorthophosphate) phosphate) of CAS No. 7778-77-0 Rotem AmfertNegev Ltd., Disodium Phosphate Na₂HPO₄ (Disodium  6.9 Kg Anhydrous ofHaifa Phosphate Anhydrous) Chemicals Ltd. CAS No, 7558-79-4 Van Gel ® BMagnesium aluminum  5.9 kg of Vanderbilt silicate, Smectite clay;minerals, LLC. CAS No. 12199-37-0 AgRH 23 Xanthan gum  2.8 Kg of AmetechCAS No, 11138-66-2 Soft Water Up to 1000 L (about 616 kg)

Appearance: Off-white homogeneous suspension

Density, g/ml: 1.15-1.25

Stability Results:

The physical and chemical stability of composition of Example weretested under various conditions including CIPAC conditions. Thestability results are summarized in Table 2.

TABLE 2 Stability results of the composition of Example 1 Start RoomOven 54° C. Off-white Off-white Off-white homogeneous homogeneoushomogeneous Appearance suspension suspension suspension Concentration40.80% 40.4% 40.2% of compound of Formula I Density, g/ml 1.18 1.21 — pH6.3 6.0 6.6 Viscosity, sp. 62 1790 1000 — at 12 rpm (cP) (After 1 day)Particle size (D₉₀) 6.326 6.326 10.14 foaming 0.2% — 10 ml 10 ml foaming1% — 25 ml 25 ml WSR (45 u/75 u) 10% ok ok ok Suspensibility, 0.2 % —101 99.7 Suspensibility, 1% — 102.8 101.6

The composition of Example 1 was stored for 2 weeks at 54° C. No crystalgrowth was observed. The concentration of the compound of Formula I wasmeasured, and the concentration was higher than 95%.

Example 2: 450 SC Composition with a Mixture of Vinylpyrrolidone andVinyl Acetate Copolymer (VA/VP)

A suspension concentrate (SC) formulation containing 450 g/L of compoundof Formula I with 1 built-in adjuvant (VP/VA) was prepared as follow:

Step I: Preparation of Agriculturally Acceptable Inert Additives Premix

Soft water and Van Gel® B were charged to the vessel and mixed (highshear) to form a solution. The content of the vessel was heated to 60°C. SOPROPHOR® TS/54 (TSP 54) was heated to 50-60° C., and addedgradually to the vessel. Supragil® WP, Soprophor® 3D33, KH₂PO₄, Na₂HPO₄and SAG 1572 were added to the homogeneous solution.

Step II: Preparation of Compound of Formula I

Compound of Formula I (40% W/W) was added to the premix with thesurfactants inside. The suspension was milled in a bead mill (0.8-1.2 mmbeads) until a particle size of d90<5 μm was reached. The milledsuspension was drained from the reactor to a new vessel.

Step III: Finalization of the Composition

Propylene glycol and VP/VA were added to the milled suspension until auniform suspension was obtained. Soft water and AgRH 23 2% solution wereadded to the suspension while mixing until a viscosity of 1600-2200 cPwas reached. Mixing was continued until a homogenous solution wasobtained. Viscosity was measured by viscometer according to CIPAC methodMT 192.

The composition is summarized in Table 3.

TABLE 3 450 SC composition with VP/VA Amount for Ingredient trade nameChemical name and CAS 1000 L (kg) Compound of5-fluoro-4-imino-3methyl-1-[4- 450 kg Formula I tech. asmethylphenyl)sulfonyl]-3,4- (469 kg 100% of ADAMAdohydropyrimidin-2(1H)-one for 96%) Makhteshim LTD. CAS No. N/ASupragil ® WP Sodium  5.9 Kg of Solvay or DiisopropylnaphthaleneSURFOM ® HRB sulphonate of OXITENO CAS No. 1322-93-6 Soprophor ® 3POLYARYLPHENYL 47.0 kg D 33 of Solvay ETHER PHOSPHATE CAS No.90093-37-1, 99734-09-5, 7664-38-2 Emulsogen ® TS Tristyryl phenol- 17.5Kg 540 of Clariant or polyethylene SOPROPHOR ® glycol ether TS/54 ofSolvay CAS No. 70559-25-0 (of Clariant), 104376-75-2 (of Solvay)Agrimer ™ VA Mixture of 17.5 Kg 6 of Ashland or vinylpyrrolidone andSokalan ® VA vinyl acetate copolymer 64 P of BASF CAS No. 25086-89-9SAG ™ 1572 Polydimethylsiloxane  2.0 Kg of Momentive emulsionPerformance CAS No, N/A, Materials GmbH 56-81-5 (Glycerine) MPG-MPG USPof 1,2-propanediol 23.5 Kg INEOS OXIDE or CAS No. 57-55-6 MPG IndustrialTG of SHELL EASTERN CHEMICALS or Propylene Glycol Industrial Grade ofDOW MKP (Mono KH₂PO₄ (Potassium  1.7 Kg potassiumdihydrogetiorthophosphate) phosphate) of CAS No. 7778-77-0 Rotem AmfertNegev Ltd., Disodium Phosphate Na₂HPO₄ (Disodium  6.9 Kg Anhydrous ofHaifa Phosphate Anhydrous) Chemicals Ltd. CAS No. 7558-79-4 Van Gel ® BMagnesium aluminum  5.9 kg of Vanderbilt silicate, Smectite clay;minerals, LLC. CAS No. 12199-37-0 AgRH 23 Xanthan gum  2.8 Kg of AmetechCAS No. 11138-66-2 Soft Water Up to 1000 L (about 599 kg)

Appearance: Off-white homogeneous suspension

Density, g/ml: 1.15-1.25

Stability Results:

The composition of Example 2 was stored for 2 weeks at 54° C. No crystalgrowth was observed. The concentration of the compound of Formula I wasmeasured, and the concentration was slightly less than 95%.

Example 3: 450 SC and 660 SC Compositions with a Mixture ofVinylpyrrolidone/Vinyl Acetate Copolymer and Silwet® L-077

Suspension concentrate (SC) formulations, one containing 450 g/L of thecompound of Formula I and two built-in adjuvants (VP/VA and Silwet®L-077), and the other containing 660 g/L of the compound of Formula Iand two built-in adjuvants (VP/VA and Silwet® L-077) were prepared asfollow:

Step I: Preparation of Agriculturally Acceptable Inert Additives Premix

Soft water (and Van Gel® B for the 450 SC composition) were charged tothe vessel and mixed (high shear) to form a solution. The content of thevessel was heated to 60° C. SOPROPHOR® TS/54 (TSP 54) was heated to50-60° C., and added gradually to the vessel. Supragil® WP, Soprophor®3D33, KH₂PO₄, Na₂HPO₄ and SAG 1572 were added to the homogeneoussolution.

Step II: Preparation of Compound of Formula I

Compound of Formula I (40% W/W) was added to the premix with thesurfactants inside. The suspension was milled in a bead mill (0.8-1.2 mmbeads) until a particle size of d90<5 μm was reached. The milledsuspension was drained from the reactor to a new vessel.

Step III: Finalization of the Composition

Propylene glycol and Silwet® L-077 were added to the milled suspensionuntil a uniform suspension was obtained. Soft water and AgRH 23 2%solution were added to the suspension while mixing until a viscosity of1500-2200 cP was reached. Mixing was continued until a homogenoussolution was obtained. Viscosity was measured by viscometer according toCIPAC method MT 192.

The 450 SC composition is summarized in Table 4 and the 660) SCcomposition is summarized in Table 5.

TABLE 4 450 SC composition with VP/VA and Silwet ® L-077 Amount forIngredient trade name Chemical name and CAS 1000 L (kg) Compound of5-fluoro-4-imino-3methyl-1-[4- 450 kg Formula I tech. asmethylphenyl)sulfonyl]-3,4- (469 kg 100% of ADAMAdohydropyrimidin-2(1H)-one for 96%) Makhteshim LTD. CAS No. N/ASupragil ® WP Sodium  5.9 Kg of Solvay or DiisopropylnaphthaleneSURFOM ® HRB sulphonate of OXITENO CAS No. 1322-93-6 Soprophor ® 3POLYARYLPHENYL 47.0 kg D 33 of Solvay ETHER PHOSPHATE CAS No. 90093-37-199734-09-5, 7664-38-2 Emulsogen ® TS Tristyryl phenol- 17.5 Kg 540 ofClariant or polyethylene SOPROPHOR ® glycol ether TS/54 of Solvay CASNo. 70559-25-0 (of Clariant), 104376-75-2 (of Solvay) Agrimer ™ VAMixture of 17.5 Kg 6 of Ashland or vinylpyrrolidone and Sokalan ® VAvinyl acetate copolymer 64 P of BASF CAS No. 25086-89-9 SAG ™ 1572 ofPolydimethylsiloxane  2.0 Kg Momentive emulsion Performance CAS No. N/A,Materials GmbH 56-81-5 (Glycerine) Silwet ® L-077 Polyalkyleneoxidemodified  9.0 kg of Momentive Heptamethyltrisiloxane, CAS No. 27306-78-1MPG-MPG USP of 1,2-propanediol 23.5 Kg INEOS OXIDE or CAS No. 57-55-6MPG Industrial TG of SHELL EASTERN CHEMICALS or Propylene GlycolIndustrial Grade of DOW MKP (Mono KH₂PO₄ (Potassium  1.7 Kg potassiumdihydrogetiorthophosphate) phosphate) of CAS No. 7778-77-0 Rotem AmfertNegev Ltd., Disodium Phosphate Na₂HPO₄ (Disodium  6.9 Kg Anhydrous ofHaifa Phosphate Anhydrous) Chemicals Ltd. CAS No. 7558-79-4 Van Gel ® BMagnesium aluminum  5.9 kg of Vanderbilt silicate, Smectite clay;minerals, LLC. CAS No. 12199-37-0 AgRH 23 Xanthan gum  2.8 Kg of AmetechCAS No. 11138-66-2 Soft Water Up to 1000 L (about 590 kg)

Appearance: Off-white homogeneous suspension

Density, g/ml: 1.15-1.25

Stability Results:

The composition of Table 4 was stored for 2 weeks at 54° C. No crystalgrowth was observed. The concentration of the compound of Formula I wasmeasured, and the concentration was slightly less than 95%.

TABLE 5 660 SC composition with VP/VA and Silwet ® L-077 Amount forIngredient trade name Chemical name and CAS 1000 L (kg) Formula I tech.as 5-fluoro-4-imino-3methyl-1-[4- 660 kg 100% of ADAMAmethylphenyl)sulfonyl]-3,4- (687.5 kg Makhteshim LTD.dohydropyrimidin-2(1H)-one for 96%) CAS No. N/A Supragil ® WP Sodium 10.0 Kg of Solvay or Diisopropylnaphthalene SURFOM ® HRB sulphonate ofOXITENO CAS No. 1322-93-6 Soprophor ® 3 POLYARYLPHENYL 56.25 kg D 33 ofSolvay ETHER PHOSPHATE CAS No. 90093-37-1 99734-09-5, 7664-38-2Emulsogen ® TS Tristyryl phenol- 21.25 Kg 540 of Clariant orpolyethylene SOPROPHOR ® glycol ether TS/54 of Solvay CAS No. 70559-25-0(of Clariant), 104376-75-2 (of Solvay) Agrimer ™ VA Mixture of  13.5 Kg6 of Ashland or vinylpyrrolidone and Sokalan ® VA vinyl acetatecopolymer 64 P of BASF CAS No. 25086-89-9 SAG ™ 1572 ofPolydimethylsiloxane  5.0 Kg Momentive emulsion Performance CAS No. N/A,Materials GmbH 56-81-5 (Glycerine) Silwet ® L-077 Polyalkyleneoxidemodified  9.5 kg of Momentive Heptamethyltrisiloxane, CAS No. 27306-78-1MPG-MPG USP of 1,2-propanediol  37.5 Kg INEOS OXIDE or CAS No. 57-55-6MPG Industrial TG of SHELL EASTERN CHEMICALS or Propylene GlycolIndustrial Grade of DOW MKP (Mono KH₂PO₄ (Potassium  2.5 Kg potassiumdihydrogetiorthophosphate) phosphate) of CAS No. 7778-77-0 Rotem AmfertNegev Ltd., Disodium Phosphate Na₂HPO₄ (Disodium 11.25 Kg Anhydrous ofHaifa Phosphate Anhydrous) Chemicals Ltd. CAS No. 7558-79-4 AgRH 23Xanthan gum  0.25 Kg of Ametech CAS No. 11138-66-2 Soft Water Up to 1000L (about 423 kg)

Appearance: Off-white homogeneous suspension

Density, g/ml; 1.15-1.35

Stability Results:

Stability results of the composition of Table 5 are summarized in Table6 below.

TABLE 6 Stability Results Oven Cold Oven Room 54° C. Cold 4°C. 10° C.40° C. after 2 after 2 after 2 after 2 after 8 Start weeks weeks weeksweeks weeks Appearance Off white Off white Light Off white Off whitePhase suspension suspension phase suspension suspension separationseparation Concentration of 57.10% 56.5% 55.2% 56.3% 56.3% — compound ofFormula I Density, 1.314 1.275 1.215 1.27 1.252 1.279 g/ml pH 6.6 6.66.5 6.5 6.6 6.36 Viscosity, 1400 1800 1040 690 1460 1410 12 rpm, sp. 62(cP) Particle size 4.7 4.95 5.76 4.8 4.84 5.43 (D₉₀)

Example 4: 450 SC Composition with Two Built-in Adjuvants

A suspension concentrate (SC) formulation containing 450 g/L of compoundof Formula I and two built-in adjuvants (PVP and Silwet® L-077) wasprepared as follow:

Step I: Preparation Agriculturally Acceptable Inert Additives Premix

Soft water and Van Gel® B were charged to a vessel, and the solutionswere mixed (high shear). The content of the vessel was heated to 60° C.SOPROPHOR® TS/54 (TSP 54) was heated to 50-60° C., and added graduallyto the vessel. Supragil® WP, Soprophor® 3D33. KH₂PO₄. Na₂HPO₄ and SAGwere then added.

Step II: Preparation of the Compound of Formula I

The compound of Formula I (40% W/W) was added to the premix with thesurfactants inside to form a suspension. The suspension was milled in abead mill (0.8-1.2 mm beads) until a particle size of d90<5 μm wasreached. The suspension was drain from the reactor to a new vessel.

Step III: Finalization of the Composition

Propylene glycol and PVP were added to the milled suspension and mixeduntil a uniform suspension was obtained. Soft water and Ag RH 23 2%solution were added while mixing until a viscosity of 1600-2200 cP wasreached. Mixing was continued until the solution was homogenous.Viscosity was measured by viscometer according to CIPAC method MT 192.

The composition is summarized in Table 7 below.

TABLE 7 450 SC composition with PVP and Silwet ® L-077 Amount forChemical name and CAS CAS No. 1000 L (kg) Compound of Formula I 450 kg(469 kg for 96%) Sodium CAS No.  5.9 Kg Diisopropylnaphthalenesulphonate 1322-93-6 (Supragil WP of Solvay or SURFOM HRB of OXITENOSoprophor ® 3 D 33 of Solvay CAS No. 47.0 kg POLYARYLPHENYL ETHER90093-37-1, PHOSPHATE 99734-09-5, 7664-38-2 Emulsogen ® TS 540 ofClariant or CAS No. 17.5 Kg SOPROPHOR ® TS/54 of Solvay 70559-25-0Tristyryl phenol-polyethylene glycol ether (of Clariant), 104376-75-2(of Solvay) PVP K-30 of Ashland CAS No. 17.5 Kg Vinylpyrrolidone polymer9003-39-8 SAGT ™ 1572 of Momentive Performance CAS No. N/A,  2.0 KgMaterials GmbH 6-81-5 Polydimethylsiloxane emulsion (Glycerine)Silwett ® L-077 of Momentive CAS No.  9.0 kg Polyalkyleneoxide modified27306-78-1 Heptamethyltrisiloxane, MPG-MPG USP of INEOS OXIDE or CAS No.23.5 Kg MPG Industrial TG of SHELL EASTERN 57-55-6 CHEMICALS orPropylene Glycol Industrial Grade of DOW 1,2-propanediol MKP (Monopotassium phosphate) of CAS No.  1.7 Kg Rotem Amfert Negev Ltd.,7778-77-0 KH₂PO₄ (Potassium dihydrogenorthophosphate) Disodium PhosphateAnhydrous of Haifa CAS No.  6.9 Kg Chemicals Ltd 7558-79-4 Na₂HPO₄(Disodium Phosphate Anhydrous) Van Gel ® B of Vanderbilt minerals, LLC.CAS No.  5.9 kg Magnesium aluminum silicate, Smectite 12199-37-0 clay;AgRH 23 of Ametech CAS No.  2.8 Kg Xanthan gum 11138-66-2 Soft water Upto 1000 L (about 590 kg)

Appearance: Off-white homogeneous suspension

Density, g/ml: 1.15-1.25

Example 5: 300 SE Composition with VP/VA, Agnique® BP 420 and Agnique®ME 18 RD-F

A suspoemulsion (SE) composition containing 300 g/L of compound ofFormula I and three built-in adjuvants (VP/VA, Agnique®, BP 420 andAgnique®, ME 18 RD-F) was prepared as follow:

Step I: Preparation of Agriculturally Acceptable Inert Additives Premix

Soft water and Van Gel® B were charged to the vessel and mix (highshear). The content of the vessel was heated to 60° C. SOPROPHOR® TS/54(TSP 54) was heated to 50-60° C., and added gradually to the vessel.Supragil® WP, Soprophor® 3D33, KH₂PO₄, Na₂HPO₄ and SAG were added to thesolution.

Step II: Preparation of Compound of Formula I

Compound of Formula I (40% W/W) was added to the premix with thesurfactants inside to form a suspension. The suspension was milled in abead mill (0.8-1.2 mm beads) until a particle size of d90<5 μm wasreached. The milled suspension was drained from the reactor to newvessel.

Step III: Preparation of the Organic Phase

Agnique® ME RDF, Atlox™ 4914, Atlas™ G5002L, Genapol® X80 and Agnique®BP 420 were charged to the vessel and mixed until a homogeneous solutionwas obtained. Before adding the SE to the suspension, the content of thevessel was mixed (high shear) for at least 10 min until a droplet sizeof D90=10 μm was reached.

Step IV: Finalization of the Composition

Propylene glycol and VP/VA were added to the milled suspension and mixeduntil a uniform suspension was obtained. The SE solution was addedgradually to the milled suspension in three doses. Between each dose,Atlox™ 4913, soft water and Ag RH 23 2% solution were added while mixinguntil a viscosity of 1600-2200 cP was reached. Mixing was continueduntil a homogenous solution was obtained. Viscosity was measured byviscometer according to CIPAC method MT 192.

The compositions are summarized in Table 8 below.

TABLE 8 300 SE composition with VP/VA, Agnique ® 420 and Agnique ® ME 18RD-F Ingredient trade Amount for name Chemical name and CAS Function1000 L (kg) Compound of 5-fluoro-4-imino-3meth- 300 kg Formula Iyl-1-[4-methylphenyl)sul- (312.5 kg fonyl]-3,4-dohydropyri- for 96%)midin-2(1H)-one CAS No. N/A Supragil ® WP of Sodium  4.0 Kg Solvay orDiisopropylnaphthalene SURFOM ® HRB of sulphonate OXITENO CAS No.1322-93-6 ( ) Soprophor ® D 33 of POLYARYLPHENYL 31.5 kg Solvay ETHERPHOSPHATE CAS No. 90093-37-1, 99734-09-5, 7664-38-2 Emulsogen ® TS 540Tristyryl phenol- 12.0 Kg of Clariant or polyethylene glycol etherSOPROPHOR ® CAS No. 70559-25-0 (of TS/54 of Solvay Clariant),104376-75-2 (of Solvay) Agrimer ™ VA 6 of Mixture of vinylpyrrolidone17.5 Kg Ashland or and vinyl acetate copolymer Sokalan ® VA 64 P of CASNo. 25086-89-9 BASF SAG ™ 1572 of Polydimethylsiloxane  2.0 Kg Momentiveemulsion Performance Materials CAS No. N/A, 56-81-5 GmbH (Glycerine)MPG - MPG USP of 1.2-propanediol 23.5 Kg INEOS OXIDE or CAS No. 57-55-6MPG Industrial TG of SHELL EASTERN CHEMICALS or Propylene GlycolIndustrial Grade of DOW MKP (Mono KH₂PO₄ (Potassium  1.2 Kg potassiumphosphate) dihydrogenorthophosphate) of Rotem Amfert CAS No. 7778-77-0Negev Ltd. Disodium Phosphate Na₂HPO₄ (Disodium  4.6 Kg Anhydrous ofHaifa Phosphate Anhydrous) Chemicals Ltd. CAS No. 7558-79-4 Van Gel ® Bof Magnesium aluminum  4.0 kg Vanderbilt minerals, silicate, Smectiteclay; LLC. CAS No. 12199-37-0 Agnique ® ME 18 Rapeseed oil fatty acid64.5 kg RD-F methyl ester. CAS No. 67762-38-3 Atlox ™ 4914 of Randomcopolymer  9.5 kg Croda (alkyd-PEG resin). CAS No. N/A Atlas ™ G5002L ofPolyalkylene oxide block 29.0 kg Croda copolymer. CAS No. N/A Genapol ®X80 of A fatty alcohol polyglycol 13.0 kg Croda ether. CAS No. 9043-30-5Agnique ® BP 420 of Alcohols, C16-18, 97.0 kg BASF ethoxylatedpropoxylated. CAS No. 68002-96-0 Atlox ™ 4913 of Methyl ethermethacrylate 35.0 kg Croda copolymer. CAS No. N/A. Propylene glycol. CASNo. 57-55-6 AgRH 23 of Ametech Xanthan gum  1.0 Kg CAS No. 11138-66-2Soft Water Up to 1000 L (about 511.0 kg)

Appearance: Off-white homogeneous suspension

Density, g/ml: 1.14-1.25

Example 6: 300 SE Composition with PVP, Agnique® BP 420 and Agnique® ME18 RD-F

SE composition containing 300 g/L of compound of Formula I and threebuilt-in adjuvants (PVP, Agnique® BP 420 and Agnique® ME 18 RD-F) wasprepared as follow:

Step I: Preparation of Agriculturally Acceptable Inert Additives Premix

Soft water and Van Gel® B were charged to the vessel and mixed (highshear). The content of the vessel was heated to 60° C. SOPROPHOR® TS/54(TSP 54) was heated to 50-60° C., and added gradually to the vessel.Supragil®10 WP, Soprophor® 3D33, KH₂PO₄, Na₂HPO₄ and SAG were added tothe solution.

Step II: Preparation of Compound of Formula I

Compound of Formula I (40% W/W) was added to the premix with thesurfactants inside to form a suspension. The suspension was milled in abead mill (0.8-1.2 mm beads) until a particle size of d90<5 μm wasreached. The milled suspension was drained from the reactor to newvessel.

Step III: Preparation of the Organic Phase

Agnique® ME RDF, Atlox™ 4914, Atlas®1. G5002L, Genapol® X80 and Agnique®BP 420 were charged to the vessel and mixed until a homogeneous solutionwas obtained. Before adding the SE to the suspension, the content of thevessel was mixed (high shear) for at least 10 min until a droplet sizeof D90=10 μm was reached.

Step IV: Finalization of the Composition

Propylene glycol and PVP were added to the milled suspension and mixeduntil a uniform suspension was obtained. The SE solution was addedgradually to the milled suspension in three doses. Between each dose,Atlox™ 4913, soft water and Ag RH 23 2% solution were added while mixinguntil a viscosity of 1600-2200 cP was reached. Mixing was continueduntil a homogenous solution was obtained. Viscosity was measured byviscometer according to CIPAC method MT 192.

The compositions are summarized in Table 9 below.

TABLE 9 300 SE Composition with PVP, Agnique ® BP 420 and Agnique ® ME18 RD-F Amount for Ingredient trade name Chemical name and CAS 1000 L(kg) Compound of Formula I. 5-fluoro-4-imino-3meth- 300 kgyl-1-[4-methylphenyl)sul- (312.5 kg fonyl]-3,4-dohy- for 96%)dropyrimidin-2(1H)-one CAS No. N/A Supragil ® WP of Solvay Sodium  4.0Kg or SURFOM ® HRB Diisopropylnaphthalene of OXITENO sulphonate CAS No.1322-93-6 Soprophor ® 3 POLYARYLPHENYL 31.5 kg D 33 of Solvay ETHERPHOSPHATE CAS No. 90093-37-1, 99734-09-5, 7664-38-2 Emulsogen ® TS 540Tristyryl 12.0 Kg of Clariant or phenol-polyethylene SOPROPHOR ® glycolether TS/54 of Solvay CAS No. 70559-25-0 (of Clariant), 104376-75-2 (ofSolvay) PVP K-30 of Ashland or Vinylpyrrolidone 17.5 Kg polymer CAS No.9003-39-8 SAG ™ 1572 of Polydimethylsiloxane  2.0 Kg MomentivePerformance emulsion Materials GmbH CAS No. N/A, 56-81-5 (Glycerine)MPG - MPG USP of 1,2-propanediol 23.5 Kg INEOS OXIDE or MPG CAS No.57-55-6 Industrial TG of SHELL EASTERN CHEMICALS or Propylene GlycolIndustrial Grade of DOW MKP (Mono potassium KH₂PO₄ (Potassium  1.2 Kgphosphate) of Rotem dihydrogenortho- Amfert Negev Ltd., phosphate) CASNo. 7778-77-0 Disodium Phosphate Na₂HPO₄ (Disodium  4.6 Kg Anhydrous ofHaifa Phosphate Anhydrous) Chemicals Ltd. CAS No. 7558-79-4 Van Gel ® BMagnesium aluminum  4.0 kg of Vanderbilt silicate, Smectite clay;minerals, LLC. CAS No. 12199-37-0 Agnique ® ME Rapeseed oil fatty 64.5kg 18 RD-F acid methyl ester. CAS No. 67762-38-3 Atlox ™ 4914 Randomcopolymer  9.5 kg of Croda (alkyd-PEG resin). CAS No. N/A Atlas ™ G5002LPolyalkylene oxide 29.0 kg of Croda block copolymer. CAS No. N/AGenapol ® X80 A fatty alcohol 13.0 kg of Croda polyglycol ether. CAS No.9043-30-5 Agnique ® BP Alcohols, C16-18, 97.0 kg 420 of BASF ethoxylatedpropoxylated, CAS No. 68002-96-0 Atlox ™ 4913 Methyl ether methacrylate35.0 kg of Croda copolymer. CAS No. N/A. Propylene glycol. CAS No.57-55-6 AgRH 23 of Ametech Xanthan gum  1.0 Kg CAS No. 11138-66-2 SoftWater Up to 1000 L (about 511.0 kg)

Appearance: Off-white homogeneous suspension

Density, g/ml: 1.14-1.25

Example 7: Suspension Concentrate (SC) Composition without StabilizingSurfactant at pH of Approx. 7

A suspension concentrate (SC) formulation containing 450 g/L of thecompound of Formula I and no stabilizing surfactant was prepared asfollows; In water, 4% Atlox™ 4913, 2% Ethylan™ NS 500 LQ/Antarox® B 848,0.5% Supragil® WP and 0.1% antifoam (SAG™ 1572) were added and mixeduntil a homogeneous solution was obtained.

Compound of Formula I was added while mixing (high sheer). Mixing wasperformed for 5 minutes. The mixture was put in the Tinky with a fewbeads for 20 minutes.

The rest of the materials were inserted into the suspension and mixed,divided to vials and put in the room and oven.

The formulation is summarized in Table 10.

TABLE 10 450 SC composition of the compound of Formula I with pH approx.= 7 Quantity for 1000 Liters (up to 1180 kg with 1.18 Raw Material CASNo. gr/ml density) Compound of Formula I, 450 kg tech. as 100% (469 kgfor 96%) 4% Atlox ™ 4913 1322-93-6 47 2% Ethylan ™ NS 500 90093-37-1 24LQ/Antarox ® B 848 0.5% Supragil ® WP 70559-25-0 59 Propylene Glycol57-55-6 24 SAG ™ 1572 Trade secret 30 (Polydimethylsiloxane antifoamemulsion) Xantan Gum AG RH 2.0% 11138-66-2 118 KH₂PO₄ (Monopotassium7778-77-0 1.7 phosphate) Na₂HPO₄ (Disodium 7558-79-4 6.9 phosphate)water DI Up to 1000 L (about 419.4 kg)

Stability Results

The SC composition was placed in room temperature and in oven (54° C.)for 24 hours and the concentration was checked. Crystalline particle wasobserved and the degradation of the compound of Formula I was measured.The results showed that there was more than 5% decrease in concentrationof the compound of Formula I.

Example 8: Suspension Concentrate Composition with StabilizingSurfactants at pH 3.5

A suspension concentrate (SC) formulation containing 450 g/L of compoundof Formula I and two stabilizing surfactants (Soprophor® 3D33 andSoprophor® TS/54) was prepared as follow:

Step I: Preparation of Agriculturally Acceptable Inert Additives Premix

Soft water was added gradually to a vessel containing preheatedSOPROPHOR® TS/54 (TSP 54). The content of the vessel was mixed andheated to 50-65° C., until a homogeneous solution was obtained.Supragil® WP, Soprophor® 3D33, KH₂PO₄, Na₂HPO₄ and SAG™ 1572 were addedto the solution.

Step II: Preparation of the Compound of Formula I

Compound of Formula I (40% W/W) was added to the premix with thesurfactants inside to form a suspension. The suspension was milled in abead mill (0.8-1.2 mm beads) until a particle size of d90<5 μm wasreached. The milled suspension was drained from the reactor to a newvessel.

Step III: Finalization of the Composition

Propylene glycol was added to the milled suspension and mixed until auniform suspension was obtained. Soft water and AgRH 23 2% solution wereadded to the suspension while mixing until a viscosity of 1600-2200 cPwas reached. Mixing was continued until a homogenous solution wasobtained. Viscosity was measured by viscometer according to CIPAC methodMT 192.

The composition is summarized in Table 11.

TABLE 11 450 SC composition of compound Formula I with pH = 3.5 Amountfor Ingredient trade name Chemical name and CAS No. 1000 L (kg) Compoundof 5-fluoro-4-imino-3meth- 450 kg Formula I, tech. yl-1-[4-methylphen-(469 kg as 100% of ADAMA yl)sulfonyl]-3,4-dohydro- for 96%) MakhteshimLTD. pyrimidin-2(1H)-one CAS No. N/A Supragil ® WP of Sodium  5.9 KgSolvay or Diisopropylnaphthalene SURFOM ® HRB sulphonate of OXITENO CASNo. 1322-93-6 Soprophor ® D 33 POLYARYLPHENYL ETHER 47.0 kg of SolvayPHOSPHATE CAS No. 90093-37-1, 99734-09-5, 7664-38-2 Emulsogen ™ TSTristyryl phenol-polyethylene glycol 17.5 Kg 540 of Clariant or etherSOPROPHOR ® CAS No. 70559-25-0 (of Clariant), TS/54 of Solvay104376-75-2 (of Solvay) SAG ™ 1572 Polydimethylsiloxane emulsion  2.0 Kgof Momentive CAS No. N/A, 56-81-5 (Glycerine) Performance Materials GmbHMPG - MPG USP of 1,2-propanediol 23.5 Kg INEOS OXIDE or CAS No. 57-55-6MPG Industrial TG of SHELL EASTERN CHEMICALS or Propylene GlycolIndustrial Grade of DOW AgRH 23 of Xanthan gum  2.8 Kg Ametech CAS No.11138-66-2 Soft Water Up to 1000 L (about 621 kg)

Stability Results:

The concentration in the accelerated storage after 2 weeks in the ovenat 54° C., decreased in 6%. A small amount of crystalline particles wasobserved. However, the concentration of compound of Formula I wasreduced.

Accordingly, the pH of the composition must be maintained within therange of 5.0-7.5 in order to have a stable SC formulation.

Example 9: Suspension Concentrate Compositions with StabilizingSurfactants at pH 4 and 8

Table 12 shows two SC compositions (BN 161213-5-Sop3d_TSP54_PG and BN161213-6-Sop3d_TSP54_PG) each containing two stabilizing surfactants(Soprophor® 3D33 and Soprophor® TS/54). BN 161213-5-Sop3d_TSP54_PG has alow pH of 4 and BN 161213-6-Sop3d_TSP54_PG has a high pH of 8.

Neither composition was stable. The concentration decreased in the ovenin the first composition and major viscosity elevation was observed forthe second composition. Viscosity was measured by viscometer accordingto CIPAC method MT 192.

TABLE 12 Comparison of SC compositions at pH 4 and 8 BN 161213-5- BN161213-6- Sop3d_TSP54_PG Sop3d_TSP54_PG PH4 PH8 Composition: % W/W g/1Lg/2.5 % W/W g/1L g/2.5 Compound of formula I 44.51 489.58 1223.96 44.51489.58 1223.96 Supragil ® WP 0.50 5.50 13.75 0.50 5.50 13.75 Soprophor ®3d33 4.00 44.00 110.00 4.00 44.00 110.00 TSP54 1.50 16.50 41.25 1.5016.50 41.25 SAG ™1572 0.15 1.65 4.13 0.15 1.65 4.13 Water 32.24 354.67886.67 31.84 350.27 875.67 sub total 82.90 911.90 2279.75 82.50 907.502268.75 Milling parameters: 5 cycles, the first two at 2500-3000 rpm,the third at 3100 rpm and the final two at 3500-3600 rpm (temp. 24-28°C.) After milling, the milled solution is split into batches Totalmilled formulation: 2000 gr 200.00 200.00 Factor 0.09 0.09 Xantan gumAg/RH 2% 12.00 132.00 28.95 12.00 132.00 28.95 Propylene glycol 5.0055.00 12.06 5.00 55.00 12.06 Citric acid 0.10 1.10 0.24 0.00 0.00 0.00Trisodium citrate 0.50 5.50 1.21 Urea 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00Total 100.0 1100.00 241.25 100.0 1100.00 242.22 BN 161213-5- BN161213-6- Sop3d_TSP54_PG Sop3d_TSP54_PG PH4 PH8 PH 4 8 Viscosity (cP) 12rpm 1440 1610 S62 Concentration of 44.4 37.7 compound of formula I (%)Concentration of 36.4 38 compound of formula I (%) oven 2W 54° C. (%)Comments Viscosity elevation, Viscosity elevation occurred andcrystallization aggregation and crystallization occurred.

When pH is low, i.e. pH 4, there is degradation of the compound forFormula I. In Example 12, the amount of the compound of Formula I in thecomposition decreased from 44.4% by weight based on the total weight ofthe composition to 31.1% by weight based on the total weight of thecomposition. When pH is high, the physical stability of the compositiondecreases. In Example 12, the composition became inhomogeneous andviscosity elevated.

As a conclusion, there is a need to maintain the pH of the compositionin the range of 5.0-7.5 in order to have a stable SC formulation.

Example 10: 250 OD Composition with Agnique ME 18 RD-F (OD CompositionA)

An oil dispersion (OD) composition containing 250 g/L of compound ofFormula I was prepared as follows:

Step I: Preparation of Agriculturally Acceptable Inert Additives Premixin Non-Aqueous Carrier (Fatty Acid Ester)

Bentone SD®-1 was added to Agnique® ME 18 RD-F under high shear (3000rpm) using a large round hole Silverson mixer and mixed for 5 minutes.

The mixture was milled in a colloid mill (IKA MagicLab) until theviscosity at 10 s⁻¹ was no longer significantly increasing (50 passes).Viscosity was measured by viscometer according to CIPAC method MT 192.

Agnique® ME 18 RD-F was added to a suitable vessel and the pre-gel wasadded and mixed for 5 minutes.

Emulsifiers and dispersants were added and mixed for 15 minutes untilhomogenous.

Step II: Preparation of Compound of Formula I

Compound of Formula I was added under agitation and mixed untilhomogenous. Once all active ingredients were added, it was mixed for 15minutes.

Step III: Finalization of the Composition

The sample was milled in Eiger mini motor mill (80% 0.75 mm-1.0 mm beadcharge at 4000 rpm) for 15 minutes.

The formulation is summarized in Table 13.

TABLE 13 250 OD composition of the compound of Formula I (A) Ingredient% w/w compound of Formula I 25 Atlox ™ 4912 5 Atlox ™ 4915 2 Rhodocal ®70/B 5 Genapol ® X 080 4 Genapol ® X 050 8 Bentone SD ®-1 1.5 Agnique ®ME 18 RD-F up to 100% (49.5)

Density 1 gr/ml

Example 11: 250 OD Composition with Agnique® ME 18 RD-F (OD CompositionB)

An oil dispersion (OD) composition containing 250 g/L of compound ofFormula I was prepared as follows:

Step I: Preparation of Agriculturally Acceptable Inert Additives Premixin Non-Aqueous Carrier (Fatty Acid Ester)

Bentone SD®-1 was added to Agnique® ME 18 RD-F under high shear (3000rpm) using a large round hole Silverson mixer and mixed for 5 minutes.

The mixture was milled in a colloid mill (IKA MagicLab) until theviscosity at 10 s⁻¹ was no longer significantly increasing (50 passes).Viscosity was measured by viscometer according to CIPAC method MT 192.

Agnique® ME 18 RD-F was added to a suitable vessel and the pre-gel wasadded and mixed for 5 minutes.

Emulsifiers and dispersants were added and mixed for 15 minutes untilhomogenous.

Step II: Preparation of Compound of Formula I

Compound of Formula I was added under agitation and mixed untilhomogenous. Once all active ingredients were added, it was mixed for 15minutes.

Step III: Finalization of the Composition

The sample was milled in Eiger mini motor mill (80% 0.75 mm-1.0 mm beadcharge at 4000 rpm) for 15 minutes.

The formulation is summarized in Table 14.

TABLE 14 250 OD composition of the compound of Formula I (B) Ingredient% w/w Compound of Formula I 25 Atlox ™ 4912 2 Atlox ™ 4915 1.25Aerosol ® OT-SE 5 Genapol ® x80 5 Rhodasurf ® LA30 5 Bentone SD ®-1 1.25Agnique ® ME 18-RD-F 55.5 (solvent/adjuvant)

The composition of Example II was physically stable (phase separationwas observed, however it was homogeneous after mixing). Chemicaldegradation was observed after 2 weeks of storage at 54° C. (<10% of thecompound of Formula I degraded).

Example 12: 250 OD Composition with Agnique® ME 18 RD-F (OD CompositionC)

An oil dispersion (OD) composition containing 250 g/L of compound ofFormula I was prepared using a process similar to Example 10 and 11.

The formulation is summarized in Table 15.

TABLE 15 250 OD composition of the compound of Formula I (C) ComponentWEIGHT Compound of Formula I 250 (100% purity) Atlox ™ 4912 30 Atlox ™4915 20 Genapol ® X080 37.5 Genapol ® X050 75 Bentone SD ®-1 5 Attagel ®50 5 Rhodacal ® 70/B 50 Agnique ® ME 18 RD-F TO 1 LITER (~527.5)

The composition of Example 12 was stored for 2 weeks at 54° C., and nosignificant degradation of the compound of Formula I was observed

Example 13: 250 OD Composition with Agnique® ME 18 RD-F (OD CompositionD) Step I: Preparation of Agriculturally Acceptable Inert AdditivesPremix in Non-Aqueous Carrier (Fatty Acid Ester)

Agnique® ME 18 RD-F was added to a suitable vessel and the pre-gel wasadded and mixed for 5 minutes.

Emulsifiers and dispersants were added and mixed for 15 minutes untilhomogenous.

Step II: Preparation of Compound of Formula I

Compound of Formula I was added under agitation and mixed untilhomogenous. Once all active ingredients were added, it was mixed for 15minutes.

The mixture was milled in a colloid mill (IKA MagicLab) until theviscosity at 10 s⁻¹ was no longer significantly increasing (50 passes).Viscosity was measured by viscometer according to CIPAC method MT 192.

Step III: Finalization of the Composition

The sample was milled in Eiger mini motor mill (80% 0.75 mm-1.0 mm beadcharge at 4000 rpm) for 15 minutes.

TABLE 16 250 OD composition of the compound of Formula I (D) Ingredient% w/w compound of Formula I 25 Atlox ™ 4912 3 Atlox ™ 4915 2 Rhodocal ®70/B or Aerosol ® 6 OT-SE* Alkamuls ® BR or Atlas ™ 6 G5002L* Genapolt ®X 050 3 Agnique ® ME 18 RD-F up to 100% (55) *The actual formulation wasprepared with Rhodocal ® 70/B and Alkamuls ® BR. The Aerosol ® OT-SE andAtlas ™ G5002 are written as an additional option, however they were nottested.

TABLE 17 Compound of Formula I—250 g/L OD formulation specificationCharacteristic Specification Appearance Brown to White, homogenousliquid Persistent Foam (CIPAC MT 47.3) <60 mL after 1 minute pH (1%deionized water, CIPAC 4-9 MT 75.3) Viscosity at 10 s⁻¹ >500 mPa · sYield Stress >1 Pa Dispersion Stability (CIPAC MT 180) <2 mL separationafter 30 minutes Wet Sieve (CIPAC MT 185) <2% reside on 75 μm sieveParticle Size (CIPAC MT 187) D(50) μm: <4, D(90) μm: <20 Density (gr/ml)0.96-1.04

Example 14: EC Compositions Comprising the Compound of Formula I

Three emulsifiable concentrate (EC) compositions (A. B and C) eachcontaining 50 g/L of the compound of Formula I were prepared.

The process of preparing composition C is summarized below.(Compositions A and B may be prepared using a similar process.)

-   -   1. Alkamuls® 14/1R (CO60) was melted in a hot bath/oven at 50°        C.;    -   2, benzyl acetate and propylene carbonate were charged to the        vessel and heated to 50° C.;    -   3, the compound of Formula I was added to the reactor while        mixing until a clear solution was obtained;    -   4. Ninate® 60. TSP16 and molten Alkamuls® 14/R (4) were added        gradually to the reactor while mixing until clear solution was        obtained;    -   5, mixing was continued for 1 hour while the reactor was cooled        to room temperature; and    -   6, the solution was discharged from the reactor through a filter        (5 μm).

Compositions A, B and C are summarized in Tables 18, 19 and 20,respectively. The stability results for compositions B and C aresummarized in Tables 21 and 22.

TABLE 18 EC Formulation A Quantity for Raw Material Manufacture CAS No.Function 1000 Liters Compound of A.I. 50 kg Formula I (52 kg for 96%)JEFFSOL ® AG Hunstman 140-11-4 Solvent  730 kg 1705 benzyl acetateNansa ® EVM Hunstman 90194-25-6 Surfactant   78 kg 70/2E Calcium dodecylbenzene sulphonate Toximul ® 8320 Stepan 9038-95-5 Surfactant 46.8 kgeo/po block copolymer Synperonic ® Croda 24938-91-8 Surfactant 31.213/10 tridecyl alcohol ethoxylated Hallcomid ® Stepan 45280-17 Solvent104 M-8-10 dimethyl fatty acid amide

Density, g/ml: 1.00-1.08

Crystal formation was observed in this formulation after a week in 0°C., and after a few weeks at room temperature.

TABLE 19 EC Formulation B Quantity for Raw Material manufacturer CAS No.Function 1000 Liters Compound of A.I. 50 kg Formula I (52 kg for 96%)JEFTSOL ® AG Hunstman 140-11-4 Solvent 834.0 kg 1705 benzyl acetateGenagen ® NBP N Clariant 3470-98-2 Co-solvent   104 kg butyl pyrrolidoneCastor oil ethylene Akzo Nobel 61791-12-6 Surfactant    26 kg oxide (20)Castor oil ethylene Akzo Nobel 61791-12-6 Surfactant    26 kg oxide (60)

TABLE 20 Stability Results of Formulation B Appearance Yellowishsolution Density, g/ml 1.04 pH (1%) 5.2 Emulsion stability Max. 0.2 mlseparation (0.2%, 1%) after 2 hours. Cold test no crystal growth

TABLE 21 EC Formulation C Chemical name Amount for Ingredient trade nameand CAS No. 1000 L (kg) Compound of Formula I tech.5-fluoro-4-imino-3meth- 50 kg as 100% of ADAMA yl-1-[4-methylphenyl)sul-(52.1 kg Makhteshim LTD. fonyl]-3,4-dohydropyri- for 96%)midin-2(1H)-one CAS No. N/A ALKAMULS ® 14/R of ETHOXYLATED 10.4 KgSolvay CASTOR OIL CAS No. 61791-12-6 RHODACAL ® 60/BE of Benzenesulfonicacid, 34.6 Kg Solvay or C10-13-(linear)alkyl AGNIQUE ® ABS 60 C-EHderivs., calcium salt of Cognis or CAS No. 104-76-7 NANSA ® EVN 70/2E of(2-ethylhexan-1-ol), Innospec 57-55-6 (Propylene glycol, only for NANSA)SUPROPHOR ® TS/16 of Tristyryl phenol-polyeth- 69.2 Kg Solvay or yleneglycol ether EMULSOGEN ® TS 160 of CAS No. 104376-75-2 Clariant or (Onlyfor Solvay), Agnique ® TSP 16 of BASF 99734-09-5 (Only for Solvay andBASF), 70559-25-0 (Only for Clariont) Propylene carbonate of Propylenecarbonate 87.3 Kg BASF CAS No. 108-32-7 Benzyl acetate of HuntsmanACETIC ACID PHENYL Up to or Benzyl acetate METHYL ESTER 1000 L ofTennants CAS No. 140-11-4 (about fine chemicals LTD 788.5 kg)

Density, g/ml: 1.00-1.08

TABLE 22 Stability Results of Composition C Oven Oven Cold Cold StartRoom 54° C. 40° C. 10° C. 4° C. Appearance Clear Clear Clear yellowishno Not yellowish yellowish solution, little crystal crystal solutionsolution turbid at the growth growth bottom Concentration 5.00% 4.869%4.814% Compound of (reduction 2.62%) (reduction 3.72%) Formula IEmulsion ok ok stability, 0.2% (Water D, 2 hr.) Emulsion ok ok stability1.0% (Water D, 2 hr.) Density (gr/mL) 1.0821 1.0823 pH (1%) 6.65 6.64Foaming 0.2% 60 ml 60 ml (Water D, 2 hr.) Foaming 1% 10 ml 10 ml (WaterD, 2 hr.)

Example 15: Tank Mix of Compositions Comprising the Compound of FormulaI and Adjuvant(s) Example 15(a): SC Composition Tank Mixed with Adjuvant

Wheat crop (Winter wheat plants cv. Alixan (Limagrain) at the BBCH 12growth stage) was treated with compositions comprising the compound ofFormula I and adjuvants in different concentrations as built-incomposition and/or as tank mix application.

All the tested compositions and mixtures were prepared in a volume ofwater corresponding to 200 L/ha and used 3 hours after preparation.

The SC composition of Example 1 was mixed with Trycol® (0.2 or 0.4 L perhectare) or Silwet (0.01 L per hectare) which were added as tank mix in200L volume of water.

The compositions and mixtures were applied with a hand sprayer atoperating pressure of 2 bars. Three replicates (pots) of 6 wheat plantseach were used for each condition tested.

After treatment, wheat plants were left to dry at room temperature for 1hour and then incubated in a climatic chamber: Temperature of 24° C.,day/18° C., night—Photoperiod of 16 h light/8 h dark and a RelativeHumidity of 65%.

Fragments of the first leaf are cut and transferred in Petri dishcontaining adapted water agar (6 leaf fragments per Petri dish).Fragments are inoculated with a calibrated pycnospores suspension of Z.tritici strain Mg Tri-R6.

After inoculation, the Petri dishes are incubated in a climatic chamber:Temperature of 20° C., day/17° C., night—Photoperiod of 16 h light/8 hdark and controlled Relative Humidity.

After incubation time of 21 days, the intensity of the infection, whichis the surface of colonized leaf by Z. tritici strain, is assessed(quantitative criteria). The fungicidal efficacy on each composition isthen determined in percent of the untreated control. All data aretreated by statistical software (XL STAT). The expected output of thisstep is the biological fungicidal efficiency ranking of the compound ofFormula I in presence of different adjuvants.

Disease assessments were carried out 21 days post inoculation (dpi) bymeasuring the length of the necrosis of the leaf fragment. The intensityof infection was then determined in percent of the total length of theleaf fragment.

The efficacy was calculated based on the Area Under the Disease ProgressCurve (AUDPC) which is a quantitative measure of disease intensity overtime. The most commonly used method for estimating the AUDPC, thetrapezoidal method, was performed by multiplying the average diseaseintensity between each pair of adjacent time points by the time intervalcorresponding and this for each interval time.

The fungicide efficacies were determined from the AUDPC values andexpressed in percent of the untreated control.

Results and Discussion

All adjuvants were tested alone towards Zymoseptoria tritici strain MGTri-R6. None of the adjuvants tested alone had any significantfungicidal activity against Z. tritici strain Mg Tri-R6 in controlledconditions.

Results are summarized in FIG. 1 to 6.

Results show that adding adjuvant(s) increase the efficacy of compoundof Formula I towards Zymoseptoria tritici strain MG Tri-R6.

As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, adding one adjuvant, Trycol® or Silwet® (evenin low amount) increased the efficacy and the effective fungicidalactivity of compound of Formula I compared to the application withoutadjuvant.

The results showed that the addition of Trycol® or Silwet® to compoundof Formula I SC in a tank mix significantly improved fungicidal efficacyof the composition.

Without wishing to be bound by any theory, it is hypothesized thatSilwet® L-077 and Trycol improved fungicidal efficacy of the composition(this adjuvant's concentration is up to 3% by weight based on the totalweight of the composition) by lowering the surface tension of the leafssurface.

As shown in FIGS. 4, 5 and 6, adding two adjuvants, Silwet® or Agnique®BP 420 with PVP or VP/VA increased the efficacy and the effectivefungicidal activity of compound of Formula I compared to the applicationwithout adjuvant.

The efficacy of compound of Formula I in presence of PVP or VP/VA incombination with Agnique® BP 420 (Alcohol ethoxylate propoxylate C16C18) or Silwet®1) was increased compared to application of the compoundof Formula I without adjuvant.

Without wishing to be bound by any theory, it is hypothesized thatSilwet® L-077 (Siloxane polyalkyleneoxide copolymer) in combination withVP/VA (this adjuvant's concentration is up to 2% by weight based on thetotal weight of the composition) increased the efficacy and theeffective fungicidal activity of compound of Formula I by lowering thesurface tension, thus, spreading the composition on leafs surface. Inother words, the deposit of the composition on the leaf surface is morespread out and stays more time on the leaf, thus has rain fastnessproperties.

Example 15(b): EC Composition Tank Mixed with Adjuvant

The EC formulation and the adjuvants were mixed only prior theexperiment (e.g, as tank mix).

All the fungicides are prepared in a volume of water or S-solutions(S-solution refers to the diluted solution of the compositions)corresponding to 200 L/ha and used 3 hours after preparation.

TABLE 23 Compound of Formula I 50 EC formulation Number of FormulationAdjuvant Water A.I/ha (gr) Treatment Treatment (L/ha) (L/ha) (L/ha) 12.51 Formulation A − 0.25 0 200 No adjuvant 6.25 2 Formulation A − 0.125 0200 No adjuvant 12.5 3 Formulation A + 0.25 0.4 200 Trycol ® 6.25 4Formulation A + 0.125 0.4 200 Trycol ® 12.5 5 Formulation B − 0.25 0 200No adjuvant 6.25 6 Formulation B − 0.125 0 200 No adjuvant 12.5 7Formulation B + 0.25 0.2 200 Trycol ® low 6.25 8 Formulation B + 0.1250.2 200 Trycol ® low 12.5 9 Formulation B + 0.25 0.4 200 Trycol ® 6.2510 Formulation B + 0.125 0.4 200 Trycol ® 12.5 11 Formulation B + 0.25 1200 SOC 6.25 12 Formulation B + 0.125 1 200 SOC

The results are summarized in FIGS. 7 and 8.

Example 16: OD Composition

To assess the fungicidal activity of OD composition containing compoundof Formula I, an OD composition (from Example 10, Table 13) was preparedin a volume of water or S-solutions (S-solution refers to the dilutedsolution of the compositions) corresponding to 200 L/ha and used 3 hoursafter preparation.

The first leaf of wheat plantlets cv. Alixan were untreated or treatedwith the OD formulation of Compound of Formula I Prototype A (fromExample 10, Table 13) at 10 g a.i./ha and 20 g a.i./ha at 21 days postinoculation with pycnospores of the Zymoseptoria tritici strain MgTri-R6 (moderately resistant to DMI and highly resistant to QoIfungicides in controlled conditions). Disease was assessed usingintensity of infection.

The results are shown in FIG. 9.

Example 17: OD Composition and EC Composition with Adjuvant

To assess the fungicidal activity of OD composition and EC compositionwith adjuvant containing the compound of Formula I on potato late blight(Phytophthora infestans), An OD composition (from Example 10, Table 13)was prepared in a volume of in a volume of water or S-solutionscorresponding to 300 L/ha and was applied by knap-sack sprayer: withhorizontal boom flat fan nozzles (six weekly applications). The ECcomposition used is EC Composition C (Example 14, Table 21).

Disease was assessed using percent of infection. The results are shownin FIG. 10.

1. A stable, liquid composition comprising: (a) a fungicidally effectiveamount of a compound of Formula I:

 and (b) a liquid carrier.
 2. The stable, liquid composition of claim 1,wherein: a) the solubility of the compound of Formula I in the liquidcarrier is less than 5000 ppm, b) the composition comprises at least onestabilizing surfactant, c) the pH of the composition is in the range of5 to 7.5, d) the composition has a water content of less than 0.5% byweight based on the total weight of the composition, and/or e) thecomposition has a viscosity of at least 500 cP.
 3. The stable, liquidcomposition of claim 2, wherein: a) the composition comprises anon-ionic stabilizing surfactant and an anionic stabilizing surfactantwherein the non-ionic stabilizing surfactant is a non-ionic derivativeof polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether and/or the anionic surfactant is ananionic derivative of polyalkylene oxide polyaryl ether, b) thestabilizing surfactant is tristyrylphenol ethoxylate phosphate ester,2,4,6-Tri-(1-phenylethyl)-phenol polyglycol ether with 54 EO,ethoxylated tristyrylphenol, or any combination thereof, c) thecomposition comprises two stabilizing surfactants and the stabilizingsurfactants are tristyrylphenol ethoxylate phosphate ester andethoxylated tristyrylphenol, and/or d) the composition comprises a pHadjuster.
 4. (canceled)
 5. The stable, liquid composition of claim 1,wherein: a) the liquid carrier is an aqueous liquid carrier and thecomposition is a suspension concentrate (SC) composition or asuspoemulsion (SE) composition, or the liquid carrier is a non-aqueousliquid carrier and the composition is an oil dispersion (OD) compositionor an emulsifiable concentrate (EC) composition, b) the compound ofFormula I is in the form of solid particles and the solid particles ofthe compound of Formula I are suspended in the liquid carrier or thecompound of Formula I is dissolved in the liquid carrier, c) theconcentration of compound of Formula I in the composition is greaterthan 25% by weight based on the total weight of the stable composition,and/or e) the concentration of the compound of Formula I in the stableliquid composition is 300 g/L to 750 g/L.
 6. (canceled)
 7. (canceled) 8.(canceled)
 9. The stable, liquid composition of claim 1, wherein thecomposition further comprises at least one adjuvant selected from thegroup consisting of: (i) polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether; (ii) siloxanepolyalkyleneoxide copolymer; (iii) esters of fatty acid; (iv)vinylpyrrolidones and derivatives thereof; and (v) sugar-basedsurfactants.
 10. (canceled)
 11. A fungicidal mixture comprising: (a) afungicidally effective amount of a compound of Formula I:

 and (b) at least one adjuvant selected from the group consisting of:(i) polyalkylene oxide alkyl ether; (ii) siloxane polyalkyleneoxidecopolymer; (iii) esters of fatty acid; (iv) vinylpyrrolidones andderivatives thereof; and (v) sugar-based surfactants.
 12. (canceled) 13.(canceled)
 14. The fungicidal mixture of claim 11, wherein: a) theadjuvant is a block copolymer of vinylpyrrolidone and vinyl acetate(VP/VA), b) the adjuvant in the is a siloxane polyalkyleneoxidecopolymer, c) the adjuvant is a poly vinyl pyrrolidone, d) the adjuvantis C16-C18 alcohol ethoxylate propoxylate ether, e) the adjuvant istridecyl alcohol ethoxylated or polyoxyethylene (9) isotridecanol, f)the adjuvant is a blend of fatty acid esters and fatty alcoholalkoxylates, and/or g) the adjuvant is a mixture of methylated seed oiland polyglycerol ester.
 15. (canceled)
 16. (canceled)
 17. A method forthe control and/or prevention of (i) fungal pathogen attack on a plantor (ii) plant and/or soil fungal disease, wherein the method comprisesapplying the composition of claim 1 to soil, plant, root, foliage, seed,locus of the fungus, and/or a locus in which the infestation is to beprevented so as to thereby control and/or prevent fungal pathogen attackon a plant or plant and/or soil fungal disease.
 18. (canceled)
 19. Amethod for improving biological activity of a compound of Formula Iagainst fungal pathogen, the method comprising applying a compound ofFormula I:

in the presence of at least one adjuvant, wherein the adjuvant isselected from the group consisting of: (i) polyalkylene oxide alkylether; (ii) siloxane polyalkyleneoxide copolymer; (iii) esters of fattyacid; (iv) vinylpyrrolidones and derivatives thereof; and (v)sugar-based surfactants, so as to thereby improve biological activity ofthe compound of Formula I.
 20. (canceled)
 21. (canceled)
 22. The methodof claim 18, wherein: a) the compound of Formula I is applied at anamount in the range of 5 g/ha to 150 g/ha, b) the fungal pathogen is oneof Leaf Blotch of Wheat (Mycosphaerella graminicola; anamorph:Zymoseptoria tritici), Wheat Brown Rust (Puccinia triticina), StripeRust (Puccinia striiformis f, sp. tritici), Scab of Apple (Venturiainaequalis), Blister Smut of Maize (Ustilago maydis), Powdery Mildew ofGrapevine (Uncinula necator), Barley scald (Rhynchosporium secalis),Blast of Rice (Magnaporthe grisea), Rust of Soybean (Phakopsorapachyrhizi), Glume Blotch of Wheat (Leptosphaeria nodorum), PowderyMildew of Wheat (Blumeria graminis f. sp. tritici), Powdery Mildew ofBarley (Blumeria graminis f. sp. hordei), Powdery Mildew of Cucurbits(Erysiphe cichoracearum), Anthracnose of Cucurbits (Glomerellalagenarium), Leaf Spot of Beet (Cercospora beticola), Early Blight ofTomato (Alternaria solani), and Net Blotch of Barley (Pyrenophorateres), and/or c) the plant or soil fungal disease is one of Septoria,Brown rust, Yellow rust, Powdery Mildew, Rhynchosporium, Pyrenophora,Microduchium majus, Sclerotinia, Downy mildew, Phytophthora, Cercosporeabeticola, Ramularia, ASR. Sigatoka negra.
 23. A method for increasingstability of the stable, liquid composition of claim 1 comprising acompound of Formula I:

and a liquid carrier, wherein the method comprises: a) selecting aliquid carrier wherein the solubility of the compound of Formula I inthe liquid carrier is less than 5000 ppm, b) maintaining the pH value ofthe composition in the range of 5 to 7.5, c) maintaining the watercontent of the composition to less than 0.5% by weight based on thetotal weight of the composition, d) adding (i) at least one stabilizingsurfactant having crystal growth inhibiting property or (ii) astabilizing system having a crystal growth inhibiting property to theliquid composition, and/or e) formulating the composition to have aviscosity of at least 500 cP, so as to thereby increase stability of thecomposition comprising the compound of Formula I.
 24. (canceled)
 25. Aprocess for preparing the stable, liquid composition of claim 1, whereinthe stable, liquid composition is a suspension concentrate (SC)composition comprising a compound of Formula I:

wherein the process comprises the steps: (1) mixing agriculturallyacceptable inert additives and an aqueous liquid carrier to obtain apremix; (2) adding the compound of Formula I to the premix obtained instep (1) to obtain a mixture; and (3) milling the resulting mixture ofstep (2) to obtain the desired composition.
 26. A process for preparingthe stable, liquid composition of claim 1, wherein the stable, liquidcomposition is a suspoemulsion (SE) composition comprising a compound ofFormula I:

wherein the process comprises the steps: (1) mixing agriculturallyacceptable inert additives and an aqueous liquid carrier to obtain apremix; (2) adding the compound of Formula I and at least one adjuvantto the premix obtained in step (1) to obtain a mixture; and (3) millingthe resulting mixture of step (2) to obtain the desired composition. 27.A process for preparing the stable, liquid composition of claim 1,wherein the stable, liquid composition is an oil dispersion (OD) or anemulsifiable concentrate (EC) composition comprising a compound ofFormula I:

wherein the process comprises the steps: (1) mixing agriculturallyacceptable inert additives and a non-aqueous liquid carrier to obtain apremix; (2) adding the compound of Formula I to the premix obtained instep (1) to obtain a mixture; and (3) milling the resulting mixture ofstep (2) to obtain the desired OD composition or filtering the solutionof step (2) to obtain the desired EC composition.
 28. (canceled)
 29. Amethod for (i) the control or prevention of fungal attack on a plant or(ii) protecting a plant from fungal attack comprising applying thecomposition of claim 1 to a seed adapted to produce the plant.
 30. Amethod of treating a plant seed or seedling to produce a plant resistantto fungal attack comprising applying the composition of claim 1 to theplant seed or seedling.
 31. A method of protecting a plant from fungalattack comprising applying the composition of claim 1 to the seedlingenvironment.
 32. A plant resistant to fungal attack wherein the seed ofthe plant is treated with the composition of claim
 1. 33. A plant seedor seedling adapted to produce a plant resistant to fungal attack,wherein the plant seed or seedling is treated with the composition ofclaim
 1. 34. A package comprising the composition of claim
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